Crossword clue
“Mil. authority”
This clue appeared as 16-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
CMDLetters3
Starts withC
Ends withD
Vowels0
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Mil. authority” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 25, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with C and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Mil. authority” clue?+
The answer is CMD (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 25, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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