Crossword clue

“Cuban drums”

This clue appeared as 47-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
CONGAS
Letters6
Starts withC
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Oct 14, 20266 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Cuban drums” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 14, 2026 as 47-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with C and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Cuban drums” clue?+

The answer is CONGAS (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 14, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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