This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 16, 2025 (12 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: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ E
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RIPE as a word: Of a fruit, vegetable, seed, etc., ready for reaping or gathering; having attained perfection; mature; Of a food, advanced to the state of fitness for use; mellow.
RIPE has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 5, 2025.
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