This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 12, 2025 (45 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: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ A
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ERICA as a word: A female given name from the Germanic languages or Old Norse; A locality in the Shire of Baw Baw, south eastern Victoria, Australia.
ERICA has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 8, 2025.
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