This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (68 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ T
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EAST as a word: The direction of the earth's rotation, specifically 90°; Situated or lying in or towards the east; eastward.
EAST has been an answer 13 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 1, 2025.
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