Crossword clue
“It borders the Indian state of Sikkim”
This clue appeared as 48-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 18, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
NEPALLetters5
Starts withN
Ends withL
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “It borders the Indian state of Sikkim” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 18, 2025 as 48-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “It borders the Indian state of Sikkim” clue?+
The answer is NEPAL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 18, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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