This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (8 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 _ _ M
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SHAM as a word: Intended to deceive; false; A fake; an imitation that purports to be genuine.
SHAM has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 5, 2026.
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