This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 9 squares
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ALBANIANS as a word: an ethnic group native to the Balkan Peninsula who share a common Albanian ancestry, culture, history and language.
ALBANIANS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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