This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (30 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ L
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CTRL as a word: (computing) Abbreviation of control key. [(computing, computer hardware) A key on a personal computer or terminal keyboard used in combination to modify the ...; (slang) Alternative form of ctrl. Abbreviation of control.
CTRL has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 31, 2026.
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