This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (19 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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D _ _
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DOG as a word: A mammal of the family Canidae:; The species Canis familiaris (sometimes designated Canis lupus familiaris), domesticated for thousands of years and of highly variable appearance because of ....
DOG has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 1, 2026.
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