This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 6, 2026 (111 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
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"Abbr." or "for short" means the answer is itself an abbreviation or a shortened form.
Answer length: 3 squares
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VIN as a word: Short form of the male given name Vincent; (automotive) Acronym of vehicle identification number. [A mandatory unique alphanumeric code (usually 17 characters long) assigned to each vehicle produced, ....
VIN has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 13, 2026.
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