This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 (52 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ N
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ETHAN as a word: A male given name from Hebrew, of mostly American usage since the 18th century; popular in the 2000s; A town in South Dakota, United States.
ETHAN has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 28, 2026.
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