This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (9 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
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I _ _
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IOC as a word: (sports) Initialism of International Olympic Committee; Initialism of international oil company.
IOC has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 8, 2025.
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