What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Apple runs on it" from October 25, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Apple runs on it”

This clue appeared as 86-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

IOS

Letters3

Starts withI

Ends withS

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Oct 25, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Apple runs on it” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 25, 2026 as 86-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with I and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Apple runs on it” clue?+

The answer is IOS (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 25, 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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