Crossword clue
“California city with a humble-sounding name”
This clue appeared as 13-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 30, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
MODESTOLetters7
Starts withM
Ends withO
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “California city with a humble-sounding name” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 30, 2026 as 13-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with M 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 “California city with a humble-sounding name” clue?+
The answer is MODESTO (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 30, 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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