This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 1, 2026 (17 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
A _ _
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About the answer
ADS as a word: A nickname for Adam; Initialism of automated decision support.
ADS has been an answer 20 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 4, 2025.
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