This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, November 12, 2026 (46 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
I _ _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ _ M
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ISLAM as a word: A monotheistic Abrahamic religion followed by Muslims that is based on the teachings of Muhammad and the Qur'an; Muslimdom (the sphere of influence of the religion).
ISLAM has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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