This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 (51 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (6 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
NYT Crossword, June 23, 2026, 51 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ A
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About the answer
ELLA as a word: A female given name; A diminutive of the female given names Eleanor, Ellen, Gabriella, or Daniella.
ELLA has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 29, 2025.
NYT Crossword, January 13, 2026, 6 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ A
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