Original NYC subway line WSJ Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Original NYC subway line" is IRT.
The clue refers to the Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT), which was the first operator of the New York City subway system when it opened in 1904. 'Original' indicates something first or earliest, and 'NYC subway line' points to a specific part of the city's transit history.
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on January 21, 2026.
IRT stands for Interborough Rapid Transit, the first company to operate New York City's subway.
NYC’s first subway line, Original N.Y.C. subway line
The clue “Original NYC subway line” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated January 21 2026, the definitive 3-letter answer is: IRT.
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