This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Sunday, November 15, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
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V _ _ _ _
First and last letters
V _ _ _ E
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VERNE as a word: Jules Verne, French author, father of science fiction; (countable) A surname from French.
VERNE has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 25, 2026.
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