This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 2, 2026 (42 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ S
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PALES as a word: (Roman mythology) The deity of shepherds, flocks and livestock in Roman mythology; (astronomy) 49 Pales, a main belt asteroid.
PALES has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 2, 2026.
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