This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 18, 2026 (44 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
D _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ A
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About the answer
DANA as a word: (chiefly US) A unisex given name transferred from the surname, originally given in honor of Richard Henry Dana Jr; A female given name,.
DANA has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 10, 2026.
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