Crossword clue
“___-famous (reel popular?)”
This clue appeared as 9-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
INSTALetters5
Starts withI
Ends withA
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “___-famous (reel popular?)” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 7, 2026 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with A.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “___-famous (reel popular?)” clue?+
The answer is INSTA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 7, 2026.
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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