Crossword clue

“High-speed Amtrak train”

This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 22, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ACELA
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withA
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “High-speed Amtrak train” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 22, 2025 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A 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 “High-speed Amtrak train” clue?+

The answer is ACELA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 22, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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