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4 squares · NYT Crossword · June 28, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 28, 2026 (60 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: 4 squares

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I _ _ _

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I _ _ S

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ICES as a word: Water in frozen (solid) form; (physics, astronomy) Any frozen volatile chemical, such as ammonia or carbon dioxide.

ICES has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 15, 2026.

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