This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 4, 2026 (44 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: 3 squares
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AIT as a word: An island in a river, especially the River Thames in England; (Scotland) An oat.
AIT 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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