What is the answer to "Mother ___ (first language, often)" in the NYT Midi Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Mother ___ (first language, often)" is TONGUE (6 letters).

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Mother ___ (first language, often) NYT Midi Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the May 7, 2026 puzzle

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TONGUE

6 letters · Down · last seen May 7, 2026

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