This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 19, 2026 (27 Across). 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
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ASL as a word: Initialism of American Sign Language. [A sign language used primarily in the United States of America and Canada.]; Initialism of Advanced Squad Leader.
ASL has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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