This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 8, 2026 (36 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
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ S
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CATS as a word: (UK, universities, informal) A credit under the CAT Scheme above; Initialism of Charlotte Area Transportation System.
CATS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 8, 2026.
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