This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, July 18, 2026 (4 Down) and the Mini Crossword on Friday, May 22, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Mini Crossword, July 18, 2026, 4 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ S
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EWES as a word: A female sheep, as opposed to a ram; Of or pertaining to the Ewe people or language.
EWES has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 14, 2026.
Mini Crossword, May 22, 2026, 3 Down
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
E _ _
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EWE as a word: A female sheep, as opposed to a ram; Of or pertaining to the Ewe people or language.
EWE has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 25, 2026.
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