Crossword clue
“Black-and-orange bird”
This clue appeared as 46-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ORIOLELetters6
Starts withO
Ends withE
Vowels4
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About this clue
The clue “Black-and-orange bird” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 30, 2026 as 46-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with O and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Black-and-orange bird” clue?+
The answer is ORIOLE (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 30, 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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