Modern ___

ERA

Think of a word that marks a distinct period in history, like the digital one we live in now.

"Modern ___" is a straightforward fill-in-the-blank clue where the missing word completes a common phrase. The answer "ERA" fits because "modern era" is a widely used term for the current or recent period in history. There’s no hidden wordplay—it’s a direct reference to how we describe contemporary times, like saying "the digital era" or "the space era." The clue relies on everyday language rather than tricks.