Someone who might ask “Mother, may I?” NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Someone who might ask "Mother, may I?"" is NUN.
The clue plays on the phrase 'Mother, may I?' which is a children's game, but here it refers to a religious context. In a convent, a nun might ask for permission from the Mother Superior, hence linking 'Mother' to the religious hierarchy.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 25, 2025.
A nun is a member of a religious community of women, typically living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.
Monk's counterpart, Part of an order, Mother superior, e.g., Member of a convent, Convent resident
The answer to “Someone who might ask “Mother, may I?”” in the New York Times puzzle December 25 2025 is NUN. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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