This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 12, 2026 (6 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
Answer length: 3 squares
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E _ _
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ERA as a word: A time period of indeterminate length, generally more than one year; (informal) An indefinite period of time in one’s life characterized by a particular interest.
ERA has been an answer 35 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 1, 2025.
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