This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 19, 2026 (3 Down). 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.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ R
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EDGAR as a word: A male given name from Old English; A surname originating as a patronymic.
EDGAR has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 19, 2025.
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