This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 (46 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
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A _ _ _ _ A
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ARETHA as a word: Arethas or Aretas was the leader of the Miaphysite Christian community of Najran in the early 6th century; he was executed during the persecution of Christia...; the Greek form of the Arab name al-Harith.
ARETHA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 18, 2025.
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