This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 (4 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ S
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About the answer
CARS as a word: "Cars" is the first solo single by English musician Gary Numan; a 2006 American animated sports comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures.
CARS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 3, 2026.
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