This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 7, 2026 (13 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ N
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EVAN as a word: A male given name from Welsh Ifan, equivalent to English John; A surname, a variant of Evans.
EVAN has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 13, 2026.
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