This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 26, 2026 (41 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
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"Abbr." or "for short" means the answer is itself an abbreviation or a shortened form.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
E _ _
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About the answer
ERA as a word: A time period of indeterminate length, generally more than one year; (informal) An indefinite period of time in one’s life characterized by a particular interest.
ERA has been an answer 36 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 1, 2025.
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