This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 17, 2026 (53 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
First letter
S _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ C
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SPEC as a word: (transitive) To specify, especially in a formal specification document; A species designated as of conservation concern according to this classification scheme.
SPEC has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 19, 2026.
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