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Hanker (for) NYT Crossword Clue

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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Hanker (for)" is YEN.
The word 'hanker' means to have a strong desire or craving for something. 'Yen' is a synonym for such a longing or urge, often used to describe a strong wish or craving.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 31, 2025.
Yen: A strong desire or craving for something.
Coin dated with the year of its country's imperial era, Urge, Japan’s currency, Hunger, Verb that fills in the blanks of its own synonym: _ _AR_

The answer to “Hanker (for)” in the New York Times puzzle December 31 2025 is YEN. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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