This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 12, 2025 (9 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ A
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ETTA as a word: A short form of Henrietta or of other female given names ending in -etta.
ETTA has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 12, 2025.
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