This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 15, 2026 (19 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ A
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ELIZA as a word: A female given name from Hebrew, popular in the 19th century.
ELIZA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 15, 2026.
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