This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 (35 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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WIG as a word: A head of real or synthetic hair worn on the head to disguise baldness, for cultural or religious reasons, for fashion, or by actors to help them better rese...; A bigwig.
WIG has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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