This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Sunday, May 17, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
J _ _ _
First and last letters
J _ _ S
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About the answer
JESS as a word: A diminutive of the female given names Jessica or Jessamy; A diminutive of the male given name Jesse.
JESS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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