What is the answer to "Purple shade" in the NYT Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Purple shade" is LILAC (5 letters).

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Purple shade NYT Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the September 17, 2026 puzzle

Stuck on “Purple shade” from the New York Times Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

LILAC

5 letters · Down · last seen September 17, 2026