This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 (71 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ S
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ELKS as a word: The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
ELKS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 25, 2025.
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