This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, June 15, 2026 (45 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
L _ _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ _ A
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LAILA as a word: A female given name from Arabic, variant of Leila.
LAILA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 15, 2026.
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