Crossword clue
“Western defense grp.”
This clue appeared as 13-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 9, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
NATOLetters4
Starts withN
Ends withO
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Western defense grp.” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 9, 2026 as 13-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with N and ends with O.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Western defense grp.” clue?+
The answer is NATO (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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