This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 15, 2026 (118 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
L _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ _ _ S
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LITMUS as a word: A simple test of acidity in a liquid using litmus, usually in the form of litmus paper; A simple test of any attribute; a litmus test.
LITMUS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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