Crossword clue
“Lipton rival”
This clue appeared as 45-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
NESTEALetters6
Starts withN
Ends withA
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Lipton rival” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 3, 2026 as 45-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with N and ends with A, 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 “Lipton rival” clue?+
The answer is NESTEA (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 3, 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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