Crossword clue

“Country holding one side of Mount Everest”

This clue appeared as 46-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, August 25, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

NEPAL

Letters5

Starts withN

Ends withL

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

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Aug 25, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Country holding one side of Mount Everest” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 25, 2025 as 46-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Country holding one side of Mount Everest” clue?+

The answer is NEPAL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 25, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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