This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 23, 2025 (75 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: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ L
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CIVIL as a word: (comparable) Behaving in a reasonable or polite manner; avoiding displays of hostility; (not comparable) Having to do with people and government office as opposed to the military or religion.
CIVIL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 23, 2025.
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