This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026 (31 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 4 squares
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I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ A
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ISSA as a word: A male given name from Arabic; A surname from Arabic.
ISSA has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 18, 2025.
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