This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 8, 2025 (23 Down). 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: 3 squares
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SEL as a word: A diminutive of the female given name Selena; (education, uncountable) Initialism of Social, emotional learning.
SEL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 20, 2025.
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