This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026 (71 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ E
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About the answer
ELSE as a word: (postpositive, used only with indefinite or interrogative pronouns) Other; in addition to previously mentioned items; (usually follows interrogative adverbs) Otherwise, if not.
ELSE has been an answer 14 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 10, 2025.
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