This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 (13 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
S _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ A
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SOSA as a word: A surname.
SOSA has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 23, 2025.
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