This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (44 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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SUN as a word: The star that is closest to the Earth; (astronomy) A star, especially when seen as the centre of any single solar system.
SUN has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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