This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 12, 2026 (119 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 2, 2026 (40 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
NYT Crossword, April 12, 2026, 119 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ S
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ENDS as a word: (slang) Money; (MLE, MTE) The area in close proximity to one's home; neighbourhood.
ENDS has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 13, 2025.
NYT Crossword, February 2, 2026, 40 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ S
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AIMS as a word: Intention or goal; The point intended to be hit, or object intended to be attained or affected.
AIMS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 26, 2025.
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