This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 2, 2026 (26 Down), the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (7 Across), the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 18, 2026 (56 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
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NYT Crossword, March 2, 2026, 26 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ O
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About the answer
IFSO has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 4, 2026.
NYT Crossword, January 20, 2026, 7 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ O
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NYT Crossword, January 18, 2026, 56 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ O
Show the answer
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