This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 16, 2026 (22 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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STY as a word: A pen or enclosure for swine; (figurative) A messy, dirty or debauched place.
STY has been an answer 19 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 2, 2025.
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