This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 (13 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
S _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ T
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SECT as a word: An offshoot of a larger religion or denomination; A group following a specific ideal or a leader.
SECT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 2, 2026.
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