"Holder of a record 21 Oscar nominations for acting" NYT crossword answer is:
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The answer to this crossword clue is MERYL STREEP. Meryl Streep is an American actress who has been nominated for an Oscar 21 times, the most of any actor in history. She has won three Oscars for her performances in Kramer vs. Kramer, Sophie's Choice, and The Iron Lady. Streep has also been nominated for Golden Globe Awards, BAFTA Awards, and Emmy Awards, among many others. Her body of work is an impressive testament to her talent and dedication to her craft.