Crossword clue
“Subject of Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter"”
This clue appeared as 7-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
SINLetters3
Starts withS
Ends withN
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Subject of Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter"” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 16, 2026 as 7-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with S and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Subject of Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter"” clue?+
The answer is SIN (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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