This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 28, 2025 (51 Across). 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.
Answer length: 4 squares
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A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ C
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ALEC as a word: A diminutive of the male given name Alexander, from Ancient Greek, of Scottish origin; An anchovy or herring, especially pickled or dried.
ALEC has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 28, 2025.
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