This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 (53 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ L
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EASEL as a word: An upright frame, typically on three legs, for displaying or supporting something, such as an artist's canvas.
EASEL has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 16, 2026.
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