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5 squares · NYT Crossword · December 1, 2025 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 1, 2025 (66 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

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I _ _ _ E

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IRENE as a word: A female given name from Ancient Greek, in regular use since the 19th century; (Greek mythology) Eirene, the Greek goddess of peace, one of the Horae/Horæ; equivalent to the Roman goddess Pax.

IRENE has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 1, 2025.

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