This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 26, 2025 (29 Down). 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
T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ E
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THESE as a word: To the degree or extent indicated; (philosophy) Something being indicated that is here; one of these.
THESE has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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