Crossword clue
“Pecan, but not pumpkin”
This clue appeared as 21-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
TREELetters4
Starts withT
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Pecan, but not pumpkin” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 26, 2026 as 21-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with T and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Pecan, but not pumpkin” clue?+
The answer is TREE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 26, 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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