This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 (37 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: 4 squares
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I _ _ S
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IDES as a word: (historical, often capitalized) The notional full-moon day of a Roman month, occurring on the 15th day of the four original 31-day months (March, May, Quinti...; Alternative form of ides: the notional full moon of a Roman month, used in Roman dating. [(historical, often capitalized) The notional full-moon day of a Rom....
IDES has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 12, 2025.
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