What is the answer to "First pope" in the Newsday Crossword?

The answer to the Newsday Crossword clue "First pope" is PETER (5 letters).

First pope Newsday Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the December 29, 2025 puzzle

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PETER

5 letters · Down · last seen December 29, 2025

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