This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 8, 2026 (104 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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C _ _
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CIO as a word: Initialism of chief information officer. [An executive who is in charge of the technical affairs of a business, notably as head of the information technology...; Initialism of chief investment officer.
CIO has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 29, 2025.
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