This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 6, 2026 (55 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
First letter
S _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ G
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SMOG as a word: A noxious mixture of particulates and gases that is the result of urban air pollution; (informal) To get a smog check; to check a vehicle or have it checked for emissions.
SMOG has been an answer 12 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 7, 2026.
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