This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, January 19, 2026 (48 Across). 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: 6 squares
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ELDEST as a word: The eldest child in a family, or individual in a group; (card games) (of a player) Receiving cards from the dealer first, before any other players.
ELDEST has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 19, 2026.
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