"Paradise" or "Lost"

Published by Naitik Mehta · March 31, 2026

Stuck on the clue "Paradise" or "Lost" from the New York Times Mini for March 31, 2026? We have the correct 4-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?

Clue

"Paradise" or "Lost" (4)

Answer

The answer to "Paradise" or "Lost" is Show (4 letters).

Why does Show fit this clue?

This clue uses a fill-in-the-blank structure where "Paradise" or "Lost" points to SHOW. A show is a television program, theatrical performance, or entertainment presentation. The clue works because both "Paradise" and "Lost" are titles of well-known TV shows - "Paradise" was a western series, and "Lost" was a popular mystery drama about plane crash survivors on a mysterious island. The word "show" completes both titles, making it the common element that fits the clue's either-or format.

What does "Paradise" or "Lost" mean?

We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.

Paradise

noun

•a place of perfect happiness; heaven or Eden

Lost

adjective

•unable to be found or no longer in one's possession

Where did this clue appear?

This clue appeared as 1-across in the New York Times Mini on March 31, 2026, by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.

NYT Mini — Mar 31, 2026

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What does Show mean?

noun

•A play, dance, or other entertainment.

•An exhibition of items.

verb

•To display, to have somebody see (something).

•To bestow; to confer.

Origin of the word Show

•origin: Old English 'scēawian'

•period: Old English

The word originally meant 'to look at' or 'to see' before evolving to mean 'to cause to be seen' or 'to display'.

How to use Show in a sentence

Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Show.

•“Paradise Lost is my favorite show on television right now.”

•“The comedy show at the theater had the entire audience laughing.”

•“We decided to show our support by attending the charity event.”

What are other crossword clues for Show?

“"___, don't tell" (writing adage)” (4)

“Display” (4)

“Broadway production” (4)

Learn about related clues

All clues from the New York Times Mini, Mar 31, 2026 crossword

The New York Times Mini for March 31, 2026 was published by Joel Fagliano and has 10 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.

Across

1A"Paradise" or "Lost" (4)5AHawaiian island with the famous Road to Hana (4)6A___Zeneca (pharma company) (5)8A"Stainless" metal (5)9AOne half of a centaur (5)

Down

1DMassive success (5)2DMust (5)3D___ boroughs (term for the non-Manhattan parts of New York City) (5)4DElectrician's specialty (5)7DBar beverage (3)

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Frequently asked questions about "Paradise" or "Lost"

What is the answer to "Paradise" or "Lost"?: The answer is Show (4 letters).
Where did this clue appear?: This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 31, 2026.
How many letters does the answer to "Paradise" or "Lost" have?: The answer has 4 letters: Show.

Author

Naitik Mehta

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Naitik is a gaming enthusiast who loves solving daily word games and enjoys the friendly competition from time to time. He is the co-founder of Crossword Chef and enjoys thinking about how to make crossword solving more fun for everyone around the world.