This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 (18 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ E
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PURSE as a word: A small bag for carrying money; (US) A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items).
PURSE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 17, 2025.
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