Crossword clue

“It has a rind but supposedly no rhyme”

This clue appeared as 45-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ORANGE
Letters6
Starts withO
Ends withE
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “It has a rind but supposedly no rhyme” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 2, 2026 as 45-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with O 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 “It has a rind but supposedly no rhyme” clue?+

The answer is ORANGE (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 2, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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