This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (23 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ A
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ELENA as a word: A female given name from Italian, Spanish, or Ancient Greek; A surname originating as a matronymic.
ELENA has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 18, 2025.
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