This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
V _ _ _ _
First and last letters
V _ _ _ L
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About the answer
VIGIL as a word: An instance of keeping awake during normal sleeping hours, especially to keep watch or pray; The eve of a religious festival in which staying awake is part of the ritual devotions.
VIGIL has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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