This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (12 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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A _ _
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AID as a word: (uncountable) Help; assistance; succor, relief; (countable) A helper; an assistant.
AID has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 16, 2026.
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