NYT Midi Crossword · 8-Across · 3 letters
Alter ___ NYT Midi Crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 3, 2026
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Phrase cue
Complete the phrase for a second identity with three letters.
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Answer
Why these words complete it
EGO completes the fixed phrase “alter ego.” The three-letter Latin-derived word follows the supplied adjective.
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What the completed phrase means
An alter ego is a second identity or alternative aspect of a person's personality.
Where this clue appeared
8-Across in NYT Midi Crossword puzzle for September 3, 2026.
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