Crossword clue

“English writer with an apt surname”

This clue appeared as 99-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
READE
Letters5
Starts withR
Ends withE
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “English writer with an apt surname” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 10, 2026 as 99-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with R 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 “English writer with an apt surname” clue?+

The answer is READE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 10, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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