This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 (42 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
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NIK as a word: A male given name; A female given name.
NIK has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 17, 2025.
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