“Hired detectives, for short” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.PIS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Hired detectives, for short”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 19, 2026, where it runs at 92 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.