This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 26, 2025 (39 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ M
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MIRIAM as a word: A female given name from Hebrew; (biblical) The sister of Moses and Aaron and the daughter of Amram and Jochebed.
MIRIAM has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 26, 2025.
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