This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 15, 2026 (69 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: 3 squares
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D _ _
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DIY as a word: Do-it-yourself; To perform oneself a task usually relegated to an expert.
DIY has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 31, 2025.
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