This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 (20 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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SAC as a word: A bag or pouch inside a plant or animal that typically contains a fluid; (transitive, informal, games) A sacrifice.
SAC has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 27, 2025.
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