This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 24, 2026 (95 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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C _ _
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CAN as a word: (auxiliary verb, defective) To know how to; (auxiliary verb, defective) To be able to.
CAN has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 10, 2026.
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