This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 1, 2025 (33 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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ELI as a word: A male given name from Hebrew of Biblical origin; A student at Yale University.
ELI has been an answer 23 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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