This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (65 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ E
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CIRCE as a word: (Greek mythology) An enchantress who turned Odysseus's men into pigs; A woman having the characteristics of Circe; an enchantress.
CIRCE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 13, 2026.
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