Crossword clue
“Big name in vacuum cleaners”
This clue appeared as 49-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 12, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
ORECKLetters5
Starts withO
Ends withK
Vowels2
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| ORECK | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| DYSON | 5 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Big name in vacuum cleaners” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 12, 2025 as 49-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with K.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Big name in vacuum cleaners” clue?+
The answer is ORECK (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 12, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on October 12, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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