This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 (2 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 12, 2026 (21 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
NYT Crossword, July 7, 2026, 2 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
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First and last letters
A _ _ E
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ALOE as a word: Any plant of the large and variable genus Aloe; Misnomer for any large, vaguely aloe-like plant, such as Agave.
ALOE has been an answer 18 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 23, 2025.
NYT Crossword, April 12, 2026, 21 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
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A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ E
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