This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 27, 2026 (23 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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S _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ N
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SWAN as a word: Any of various species of large, long-necked waterfowl, of genus Cygnus (bird family: Anatidae), most of which have white plumage; (figuratively) One whose grace etc. suggests a swan.
SWAN has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 30, 2025.
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