This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (38 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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PAN as a word: A surname; (Greek mythology) Greek god of nature, often visualized as half goat and half man playing pipes. His Roman counterpart is Faunus.
PAN has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 1, 2026.
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