Crossword clue
“Cable channel since 1981”
This clue appeared as 53-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
MTVLetters3
Starts withM
Ends withV
Vowels0
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Cable channel since 1981” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 26, 2025 as 53-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with M and ends with V.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Cable channel since 1981” clue?+
The answer is MTV (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 26, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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