Crossword clue
“Flood preventers”
This clue appeared as 37-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 23, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DIKESLetters5
Starts withD
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Flood preventers” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 23, 2025 as 37-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Flood preventers” clue?+
The answer is DIKES (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 23, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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