This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (9 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
D _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ R
Show the answer
About the answer
DEAR as a word: Loved; lovable; Precious to or greatly valued by someone.
DEAR has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 8, 2026.
Other clues with the same answer
More clues from this puzzle
- Insurance filing (1 Across)
- Bar game? (6 Across)
- To no ___ (uselessly) (7 Across)
- Pie you likely wouldn't see at a Thanksgiving table (8 Across)
- Sudden sound of thunder (1 Down)
- Hopping mad (2 Down)
- Elicit oohs and aahs from (3 Down)
- Spanish island known for its nightlife (4 Down)
Play today's Mini Crossword at The New York Times
All crossword clues · How to read tricky clues · Most common answers · Clues by answer length · Difficulty by day · Today's NYT Crossword answers · Today's Mini answers