This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 1, 2026 (53 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
P _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ L
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PHIL as a word: A short form of the male given name Philip; (rare) A short form of the female given name Philippa.
PHIL has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 19, 2026.
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