Crossword clue

“Onetime retail chain giant”

This clue appeared as 18-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 29, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
KMART
Letters5
Starts withK
Ends withT
Vowels1

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About this clue

The clue “Onetime retail chain giant” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 29, 2025 as 18-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with K and ends with T, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Onetime retail chain giant” clue?+

The answer is KMART (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 29, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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