This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 26, 2025 (55 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: 8 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ _ _ D
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ESTEEMED as a word: respected, having respect or admiration from others.
ESTEEMED has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 26, 2025.
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