This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (9 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 3 squares
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E _ _
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EST as a word: (obsolete) Grace; favour; Esther, the book of Esther.
EST has been an answer 17 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 29, 2025.
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