This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 5, 2026 (8 Down). 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: 5 squares
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ASWAN as a word: The capital of Aswan governorate, Egypt; A governorate in southern Egypt.
ASWAN has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 16, 2025.
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