Crossword clue
“Some kicks on Route 66, maybe”
This clue appeared as 9-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 2, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
JOYRIDELetters7
Starts withJ
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Some kicks on Route 66, maybe” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 2, 2026 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with J and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Some kicks on Route 66, maybe” clue?+
The answer is JOYRIDE (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 2, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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