The New York Times Crossword · 1-Across · 4 letters
Things that have icons The New York Times Crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 3, 2026
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Meaning cue
Use the four-letter plural for software represented on a home screen.
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Why it fits
APPS are the plural things identified by their screen icons. The four-letter answer matches the plural clue.
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The visual-interface context points to software items rather than religious or celebrity icons.
Answer meaning
Apps are software applications commonly represented by icons on a phone, tablet, or computer.
Where this clue appeared
1-Across in The New York Times Crossword puzzle for September 3, 2026.
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