This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 (11 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ _ A
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About the answer
EMERITA as a word: A female person who is retired from active service or an occupation, especially one who retains an honorific version of a previous title.
EMERITA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 9, 2025.
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