This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 22, 2026 (67 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ A
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ELLA as a word: A female given name; A diminutive of the female given names Eleanor, Ellen, Gabriella, or Daniella.
ELLA has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 29, 2025.
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