Crossword clue

“Communication syst. in which the letter Z is drawn with one's index finger”

This clue appeared as 62-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

ASL

Letters3

Starts withA

Ends withL

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Communication syst. in which the letter Z is drawn with one's index finger” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 2, 2025 as 62-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Communication syst. in which the letter Z is drawn with one's index finger” clue?+

The answer is ASL (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 2, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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