Crossword clue
“Source of some classic rock bands”
This clue appeared as 3-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 1, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
AGATELetters5
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Source of some classic rock bands” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 1, 2026 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Source of some classic rock bands” clue?+
The answer is AGATE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 1, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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