What is the answer to "Lead-in to River or Rover" in the NYT Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Lead-in to River or Rover" is RED (3 letters).

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Lead-in to River or Rover NYT Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the July 5, 2026 puzzle

Stuck on “Lead-in to River or Rover” from the New York Times Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

RED

3 letters · Down · last seen July 5, 2026