She/___ pronouns

Editorially verified for the Aug 12, 2026

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Clue explained

HER is the object or possessive form paired with SHE in the pronoun set “she/her.”

Clue type:
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NYT Midi Crossword

This clue's Wednesday, August 12, 2026 appearance

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The answer to “She/___ pronouns” in the New York Times Midi crossword is HER — a 3-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on August 12, 2026 at 12-Across, and it has also run on 1 earlier date with the same answer. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“She/___ pronouns” answer

HER (3 letters)

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What does HER mean?

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(pronoun)

  • used as the object of a verb or preposition to refer to a female person or animal previously mentioned or easily identified
  • herself

When else has “She/___ pronouns” appeared?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “She/___ pronouns”?

The answer is HER, a 3-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Midi crossword on August 12, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “She/___ pronouns”?

3 letters: HER.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Midi crossword on August 12, 2026, at 12-Across. Earlier appearances: April 16, 2026 → HER.

Can “She/___ pronouns” have a different answer?

Yes — New York Times Midi sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

Where can I find the rest of today's NYT Midi answers?

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