This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 25, 2026 (39 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ C
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ERIC as a word: (historical) A fine paid as compensation for violent crimes; A male given name from the Germanic languages.
ERIC has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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