Crossword clue

“Word in a Tibetan leader's title”

This clue appeared as 36-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DALAI
Letters5
Starts withD
Ends withI
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Word in a Tibetan leader's title” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 5, 2026 as 36-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with I, 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 “Word in a Tibetan leader's title” clue?+

The answer is DALAI (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 5, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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