Crossword clue
“Spike who directed "Do the Right Thing"”
This clue appeared as 49-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 2, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
LEELetters3
Starts withL
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Spike who directed "Do the Right Thing"” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 2, 2026 as 49-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with L and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Spike who directed "Do the Right Thing"” clue?+
The answer is LEE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 2, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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