This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 (15 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ O
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CAIRO as a word: The capital city of Egypt; A governorate of Egypt, containing the capital city.
CAIRO has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 27, 2025.
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