This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 27, 2026 (69 Across). 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.
Answer length: 4 squares
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I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ S
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IOUS as a word: An informal promissory note that is not a negotiable instrument.
IOUS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 6, 2025.
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