Crossword clue
“Not short-term”
This clue appeared as 38-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
LONGRANGELetters9
Starts withL
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Not short-term” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 4, 2026 as 38-Across. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with L and ends with E, 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 “Not short-term” clue?+
The answer is LONGRANGE (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 4, 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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