This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (50 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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AYN as a word: A female given name; Synonym of Buhoodle, a district of Togdheer, Somalia.
AYN has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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