Crossword clue
“Word before Kim, Wayne or Nas X in hip-hop names”
This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 20, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
LILLetters3
Starts withL
Ends withL
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Word before Kim, Wayne or Nas X in hip-hop names” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 20, 2026 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with L and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Word before Kim, Wayne or Nas X in hip-hop names” clue?+
The answer is LIL (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 20, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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