This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, March 12, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
P _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ E
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PALE as a word: Light in color; (of human skin) Having a pallor (a light color, especially due to sickness, shock, fright etc.).
PALE has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 12, 2026.
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