Crossword clue
“Bicycle shorts material”
This clue appeared as 32-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 8, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
LYCRALetters5
Starts withL
Ends withA
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Bicycle shorts material” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 8, 2025 as 32-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with A, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Bicycle shorts material” clue?+
The answer is LYCRA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 8, 2025.
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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