A popular store chain that frequently appears in New York Times crosswords is 7-ELEVEN, known for its green, red, and orange logo. Another common store chain answer is ULTA, a beauty store chain with in-store salons. IKEA also appears as a retail chain clue in some NYT mini crosswords, noted for large store sizes. Additionally, DSW (a shoe store chain) and GAP (a clothing chain) are seen in such puzzles. These store chains are clues often featured in NYT crosswords at different times.