Crossword clue
“Nickname alternative for Liz”
This clue appeared as 49-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
BETSYLetters5
Starts withB
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Nickname alternative for Liz” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 22, 2026 as 49-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with B and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Nickname alternative for Liz” clue?+
The answer is BETSY (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 22, 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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