Crossword clue
“It can be blonde or brown”
This clue appeared as 41-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ALELetters3
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “It can be blonde or brown” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 4, 2025 as 41-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “It can be blonde or brown” clue?+
The answer is ALE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 4, 2025.
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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