Crossword clue
“Evolutionary "missing link"”
This clue appeared as 42-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
APEMANLetters6
Starts withA
Ends withN
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Evolutionary "missing link"” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 20, 2025 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with A and ends with N, 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 “Evolutionary "missing link"” clue?+
The answer is APEMAN (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 20, 2025.
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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