This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 7, 2026 (19 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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SIS as a word: (British) Initialism of Secret Intelligence Service. [(UK, formal) MI6]; Initialism of Schengen Information System.
SIS has been an answer 15 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 24, 2025.
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