This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 22, 2025 (22 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
I _ _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ _ S
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ISLES as a word: the debut studio album by the American brother/sister duo Wild Belle; the second studio album by electronic music duo Bicep, released through Ninja Tune on 22 January 2021.
ISLES has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 22, 2025.
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