Crossword clue
“Hertz competitor”
This clue appeared as 14-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 6, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ALAMOLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withO
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Hertz competitor” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 6, 2026 as 14-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with O, 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 “Hertz competitor” clue?+
The answer is ALAMO (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 6, 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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