Crossword clue

“Reddish-purple vegetable”

This clue appeared as 66-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
BEET
Letters4
Starts withB
Ends withT
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Reddish-purple vegetable” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 10, 2026 as 66-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with B and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Reddish-purple vegetable” clue?+

The answer is BEET (4 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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