This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 (33 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
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ N
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SIMON as a word: A male given name from Hebrew; Name of any of a number of men in the New Testament, notably the original name of Apostle Peter.
SIMON has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 26, 2026.
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