This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 6, 2026 (42 Across). 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: 3 squares
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EVA as a word: A female given name from Latin, ultimately from Hebrew; (space flight) Initialism of extravehicular activity. [Any activity done by an astronaut outside of a spacecraft etc.].
EVA has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 1, 2025.
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