Crossword clue

“Start of a choosing rhyme”

This clue appeared as 82-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
EENIE
Letters5
Starts withE
Ends withE
Vowels4

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About this clue

The clue “Start of a choosing rhyme” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 3, 2026 as 82-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Start of a choosing rhyme” clue?+

The answer is EENIE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 3, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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