This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (53 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
L _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ A
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LEIA as a word: A female given name originating as a coinage.
LEIA has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 20, 2026.
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