This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 17, 2026 (55 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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L _ _
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LIV as a word: A female given name. From Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish, from Old Norse "hlíf," meaning "defense, protection; byrnie, shield" Influenced by the modern Scand...; A diminutive of the female given names Olive and Olivia.
LIV has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 5, 2026.
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