WEDNESDAY · JUL 15, 2026  ·  56 ACROSS

“Competitor suggested by 17-, 23- and 45-Across … or by the name of the inventor jumbled in the circled letters”

The answer and full breakdown for this clue from the July 15, 2026 New York Times Crossword.

From the Jonathan Raksin and Jeff Chen puzzle Edited by Will Shortz 10 letters
56 Across

“Competitor suggested by 17-, 23- and 45-Across … or by the name of the inventor jumbled in the circled letters”

Answer
S
P
E
E
D
C
U
B
E
R
10 letters Appeared Jul 15, 2026 Direction: Across

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