This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
D _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ E
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About the answer
DOLE as a word: (informal) Payment by the state to the unemployed; unemployment benefits; Money or other goods given as charity.
DOLE 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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