This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 (59 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
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SMS as a word: (countable) A text message sent using the short message service; To send a message on a cell phone via short message service.
SMS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 10, 2025.
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