This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 (7 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ S
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EGOS as a word: The self, especially with a sense of self-importance; A person's self-esteem and opinion of themselves.
EGOS has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 7, 2025.
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