This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, March 6, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ E
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ERNIE as a word: The machine that draws random premium bond numbers in the United Kingdom; A diminutive of the male given name Ernest.
ERNIE has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 4, 2025.
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