This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 (6 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (7 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
NYT Crossword, January 7, 2026, 6 Down
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ C
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ENBANC has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 23, 2025.
NYT Crossword, December 23, 2025, 7 Down
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ C
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