Crossword clue
“Largest employer of mathematicians in the U.S., for short”
This clue appeared as 51-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, November 6, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
NSALetters3
Starts withN
Ends withA
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Largest employer of mathematicians in the U.S., for short” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 6, 2026 as 51-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with N and ends with A.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Largest employer of mathematicians in the U.S., for short” clue?+
The answer is NSA (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 6, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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