This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 13, 2026 (65 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
H _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ O
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HERO as a word: Somebody who possesses great bravery and carries out extraordinary or noble deeds; A role model.
HERO has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 11, 2025.
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