This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
L _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ A
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LISA as a word: A female given name from Hebrew; (slang) An idealised girlfriend.
LISA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 14, 2025.
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