This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 (68 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ C
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ERIC as a word: (historical) A fine paid as compensation for violent crimes; A male given name from the Germanic languages.
ERIC has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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