What is the answer to "Uncle ___" in the NYT Midi Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Uncle ___" is SAM (3 letters).

Uncle ___ NYT Midi Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the July 15, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

SAM

3 letters · Down · last seen July 15, 2026

1APromising words at the altar3 4AThe lady over there3 7AFurry swimmer with whiskers5 9ATip of a ballet shoe3 10A[The letters of RESERVOIR, in a circle]10 12AHistorical periods4 13ACry at a fútbol game3 14AThick stack of cash3 15AJob for an attorney4 17A[The letters of EXECUTIVE, in a circle]8 20ACreative person's inspiration4 21ABig boss at the top, in brief3