Crossword clue
“Governor Gavin”
This clue appeared as 72-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
NEWSOMLetters6
Starts withN
Ends withM
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Governor Gavin” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 5, 2026 as 72-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with N and ends with M.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Governor Gavin” clue?+
The answer is NEWSOM (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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