This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (29 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: 3 squares
First letter
C _ _
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CIA as a word: Initialism of Central Intelligence Agency; Initialism of Culinary Institute of America.
CIA has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 21, 2026.
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