This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 (26 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 27, 2026 (34 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
NYT Crossword, July 14, 2026, 26 Across
Answer length: 3 squares
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AOC as a word: A label for French wines named after their regions of origin certifying that origin; A region for which such a certification is issued.
AOC has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 16, 2026.
NYT Crossword, April 27, 2026, 34 Across
Answer length: 3 squares
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