This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 27, 2026 (26 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
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ N
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ERIN as a word: (poetic) Ireland; A female personification of Ireland, in the manner of Britannia.
ERIN has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 23, 2025.
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