This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, April 27, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ L
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PUPIL as a word: (anatomy) The hole in the middle of the iris of the eye, through which light passes to be focused on the retina; (dated outside UK) A learner at a school under the supervision of a teacher.
PUPIL has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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