This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 1, 2026 (13 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.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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About the answer
ANN as a word: A female given name from Hebrew; A surname from Welsh.
ANN has been an answer 13 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 27, 2025.
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