What is the answer to "Early empire builder" in the NYT Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Early empire builder" is INCA (4 letters).

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Early empire builder NYT Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the March 29, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

INCA

4 letters · Down · last seen March 29, 2026