What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Relating to Leo XIV, e.g." from November 15, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Relating to Leo XIV, e.g.”

This clue appeared as 59-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

PAPAL

Letters5

Starts withP

Ends withL

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Relating to Leo XIV, e.g.” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 15, 2026 as 59-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Relating to Leo XIV, e.g.” clue?+

The answer is PAPAL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 15, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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