Crossword clue
“Wych ___ (tree type)”
This clue appeared as 18-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 15, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ELMLetters3
Starts withE
Ends withM
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Wych ___ (tree type)” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 15, 2026 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with E and ends with M.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Wych ___ (tree type)” clue?+
The answer is ELM (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 15, 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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