This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 (41 Down). 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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SPY as a word: A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage); (intransitive) To act as a spy.
SPY has been an answer 14 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 28, 2025.
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