This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 23, 2026 (10 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 8, 2026 (121 Across). 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.
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NYT Crossword, August 23, 2026, 10 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
I _ _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ _ L
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IWILL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 28, 2025.
NYT Crossword, February 8, 2026, 121 Across
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
I _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ _ _ _ N
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IMALLIN 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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