This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 (29 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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"Abbr." or "for short" means the answer is itself an abbreviation or a shortened form.
Answer length: 3 squares
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I _ _
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IRL as a word: Existing or being such in real life; (Internet slang) An IRL friend.
IRL has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 18, 2025.
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