Something entered into an A.T.M.
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 31, 2026
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Something entered into an A.T.M. (3)
Answer
The answer to Something entered into an A.T.M. is Pin (3 letters).
Why does Pin fit this clue?
This is a straightforward definition clue where 'Something entered into an A.T.M.' directly points to PIN. A PIN is a personal identification number, typically a four-digit code that serves as a security measure for electronic transactions. When using an automated teller machine, customers must enter their PIN on the keypad to verify their identity before accessing their bank account. The PIN acts as a digital key that authorizes the user to withdraw cash, check balances, or perform other banking functions.
What does Something entered into an A.T.M. mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
A.T.M.
noun
•Automated Teller Machine, a machine that dispenses cash and provides banking services
entered
verb
•input or inserted into something
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 16-across in the New York Times Daily on March 31, 2026, by Ryan Patrick Smith, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Pin mean?
noun
•A needle without an eye (usually) made of drawn-out steel wire with one end sharpened and the other flattened or rounded into a head, used for fastening.
•A small nail with a head and a sharp point.
verb
•(often followed by a preposition such as "to" or "on") To fasten or attach (something) with a pin.
•(usually in the passive) To cause (a piece) to be in a pin.
•To shape metal by striking it, especially with a peen.
Origin of the word Pin
•origin: Old English 'pinn', from Latin 'pinna' meaning feather or pinnacle
•period: Old English (before 1100)
The word originally referred to a peg or bolt, and its connection to the Latin 'pinna' reflects the pin's pointed, feather-like shape.
How to use Pin in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Pin.
•“She carefully entered her four-digit PIN into the ATM to withdraw cash.”
•“I forgot my PIN for my debit card and had to call the bank to reset it.”
•“The security system requires you to enter your PIN before accessing the building.”
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- What is the answer to Something entered into an A.T.M.?
- The answer is Pin (3 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 31, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Something entered into an A.T.M. have?
- The answer has 3 letters: Pin.
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NYT Daily — Mar 31, 2026
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editor
Will Shortz
date
position
16 Across
answer length
3 letters