“Given for a time” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.LENT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Given for a time”. It was last seen in the puzzle of November 24, 2025, where it runs at 12 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.