This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (12 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 _ _ M
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SIAM as a word: (historical) Former name of Thailand: a country in Southeast Asia; To move aside; to get out of the way.
SIAM has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 1, 2026.
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