Army soldiers, for short NYT crossword clue

The clue “Army soldiers, for short” refers to GIS, an abbreviation for “Government Issue” or “General Issue.” This term became synonymous with U.S. Army soldiers, especially during World War II, and is still commonly used to refer to enlisted personnel.

In crossword puzzles, clues that involve abbreviations or acronyms often point to well-known terms like “GIS.” Recognizing this abbreviation helps solvers connect the clue to the correct answer.​