This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 20, 2026 (37 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Thursday, February 5, 2026 (38 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
NYT Crossword, March 20, 2026, 37 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ S
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About the answer
ABCS as a word: (US, usually plural only, countable) The alphabet; The alphabet, especially the English alphabet.
ABCS has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 19, 2025.
NYT Crossword, February 5, 2026, 38 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ S
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