This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 19, 2025 (44 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ A
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TESSA as a word: A diminutive of the female given name Teresa, from Ancient Greek; (British, finance, historical) Acronym of tax-exempt special savings account.
TESSA has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 30, 2025.
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