This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 1, 2026 (27 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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"E.g." means the clue gives an example, and the answer names the group it belongs to.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
G _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ S
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About the answer
GEMS as a word: Gems, or gemstones, are polished, cut stones or minerals; a compilation album released by Aerosmith in 1988 under the label Columbia.
GEMS has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 19, 2025.
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