Crossword clue

“Nebraska home of Creighton University”

This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OMAHA
Letters5
Starts withO
Ends withA
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Nebraska home of Creighton University” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 6, 2026 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with A, 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 “Nebraska home of Creighton University” clue?+

The answer is OMAHA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 6, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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