This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (21 Across). 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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O _ _
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OPS as a word: (informal) operations; (Internet, IRC) operator status.
OPS has been an answer 12 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 16, 2025.
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