This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 15, 2026 (20 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
H _ _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ _ A
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HOSEA as a word: A male given name from Hebrew; A book of the Old Testament of the Bible.
HOSEA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 15, 2026.
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