This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026 (22 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
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E _ _ _ M
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EPSOM as a word: A town in Epsom and Ewell borough, Surrey, England, known for its racecourse (OS grid ref TQ2060); A town in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States, named after Epsom, Surrey.
EPSOM has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 11, 2025.
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