Crossword clue
“Backup group”
This clue appeared as 38-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
RESERVELetters7
Starts withR
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Backup group” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 7, 2026 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with R and ends with E, 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 “Backup group” clue?+
The answer is RESERVE (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 7, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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