This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 4, 2026 (107 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
I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ O
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IAGO as a word: The villain of William Shakespeare's tragedy Othello; any similar villain or deceitful underling; A male given name.
IAGO has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 7, 2025.
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