This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 3, 2026 (11 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 6 squares
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A _ _ _ _ S
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ALLIES as a word: (history) The countries allied against the Axis Powers during World War II. The major signatories included the United Kingdom, Soviet Union, United States, a...; (history) The countries allied against the Central Powers during World War I, including especially the United Kingdom, the Russian Empire, and France.
ALLIES 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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