This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Sunday, July 12, 2026 (5 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Friday, November 21, 2025 (34 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Mini Crossword, July 12, 2026, 5 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
I _ _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ _ S
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IDOLS as a word: A cultural icon, or especially popular person; A graven image or representation of anything that is revered, or believed to convey spiritual power.
IDOLS has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 29, 2025.
NYT Crossword, November 21, 2025, 34 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
G _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ S
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GEMS as a word: Gems, or gemstones, are polished, cut stones or minerals; a compilation album released by Aerosmith in 1988 under the label Columbia.
GEMS has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 19, 2025.
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