This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, November 7, 2025 (40 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
How to read this clue
"E.g." means the clue gives an example, and the answer names the group it belongs to.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ D
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About the answer
ENNEAD as a word: (rare) Any grouping or system containing nine objects; (obsolete) The number nine.
ENNEAD 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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