This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 30, 2025 (1 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: 6 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ T
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MODEST as a word: Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble; (especially of behavior or clothing) Intending to avoid the encouraging of sexual attraction in others.
MODEST has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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