Crossword clue

“Guiding principle”

This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Sunday, August 10, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersSeen 3 times
ETHIC
Letters5
Starts withE
Ends withC
Vowels2

Other possible answers

AnswerLettersSeen
CREDO52 of 3
ETHIC51 of 3

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About this clue

The clue “Guiding principle” ran in the Newsday Crossword on August 10, 2025 as Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E and ends with C.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Guiding principle” clue?+

The answer is ETHIC (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of August 10, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 3 times in the Newsday Crossword, most recently on August 10, 2025.

How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+

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