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3 squares · Mini Crossword · May 6, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (4 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 3 squares

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E _ _

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ESS

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ESS as a word: The name of the Latin-script letter S/s; Something shaped like the letter S. (See esses).

ESS has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 11, 2026.

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