This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 20, 2026 (48 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 6 squares
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ATOLLS as a word: A type of island consisting of a ribbon reef that nearly or entirely surrounds a lagoon and supports, in most cases, one to many islets on the reef platform.
ATOLLS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since July 20, 2026.
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