This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, November 14, 2026 (13 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
E _ _
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EVE as a word: The day or night before, usually used for holidays, such as Christmas Eve; (figurative) The period of time when something is just about to happen or to be introduced.
EVE has been an answer 16 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 5, 2025.
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