This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 7, 2026 (117 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: 3 squares
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SIC as a word: Thus; as written; used to indicate, for example, that text is being quoted as it is from the source; (by extension) Used in the manner of scare quotes.
SIC has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 9, 2026.
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