This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 (66 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 26, 2025 (44 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
NYT Crossword, August 19, 2026, 66 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
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E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ E
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EASE as a word: Lack of difficulty; the ability to do something easily; Comfort, a state or quality lacking unpleasantness, particularly:.
EASE has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 1, 2025.
NYT Crossword, December 26, 2025, 44 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
G _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ T
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GIFT as a word: Something given to another voluntarily, without charge; A talent or natural ability.
GIFT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 11, 2025.
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