This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 (20 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
G _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ S
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GEMS as a word: Gems, or gemstones, are polished, cut stones or minerals; a compilation album released by Aerosmith in 1988 under the label Columbia.
GEMS has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 19, 2025.
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