This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (39 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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K _ _
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KEL as a word: A female given name, clipping of Kelly; A male given name, clipping of Kellan.
KEL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 24, 2025.
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