This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (48 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: 3 squares
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ESL as a word: Initialism of English as a second language; Initialism of extended shelf life.
ESL has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 5, 2025.
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