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Had been – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “Had been” is WERE (4 letters). Most recently WERE, in the NYT Mini on January 15, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
WERE4W___

What WERE means

  1. verbhave the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun)
  2. verbbe identical to; be someone or something
  3. verboccupy a certain position or area; be somewhere

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
January 15, 2026NYT Mini 4DWERE

Other clues for WERE

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FAQ

What is the answer to “Had been”?

WERE (4 letters). Most recently WERE, on January 15, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “Had been”?

4 letters, starting with W (W___).