Crossword clue
“Zinnia or sunflower”
This clue appeared as 9-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ANNUALLetters6
Starts withA
Ends withL
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Zinnia or sunflower” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 18, 2026 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with A and ends with L, 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 “Zinnia or sunflower” clue?+
The answer is ANNUAL (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 18, 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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