Crossword clue

“Ludwig ___, post-W.W. II leader who led West Germany's economic recovery”

This clue appeared as 26-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 4, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance

ERHARD

Letters6

Starts withE

Ends withD

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Ludwig ___, post-W.W. II leader who led West Germany's economic recovery” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 4, 2026 as 26-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with E and ends with D.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Ludwig ___, post-W.W. II leader who led West Germany's economic recovery” clue?+

The answer is ERHARD (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 4, 2026.

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