Crossword clue
“Holiday Inn competitor”
This clue appeared as 28-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersSeen 2 times
RAMADALetters6
Starts withR
Ends withA
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Holiday Inn competitor” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 18, 2026 as 28-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with R and ends with A, 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 “Holiday Inn competitor” clue?+
The answer is RAMADA (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on May 18, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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