This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, November 28, 2025 (15 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ _ E
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ENDORSE as a word: (transitive) To express support or approval, especially officially or publicly; to give an endorsement; (transitive) To write one's signature on the back of a cheque, or other negotiable instrument, when transferring it to a third party, or cashing it.
ENDORSE has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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