This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 7, 2026 (45 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: 4 squares
First letter
L _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ A
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LUCA as a word: A male given name from Italian, borrowed in the 2000s; A female given name.
LUCA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 11, 2025.
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