This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 (29 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ S
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ASIS as a word: A surname from Spanish; Acronym of Australian Secret Intelligence Service.
ASIS has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 25, 2025.
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