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4 squares · NYT Crossword · June 21, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 21, 2026 (114 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.

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Answer length: 4 squares

First letter

P _ _ _

First and last letters

P _ _ E

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PERE as a word: A surname; Alternative spelling of père. [A priest of the Roman Catholic Church, especially a French one. Also used as a title preceding the name of such a priest.].

PERE has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.

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