What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Word with sound or side" from February 26, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Word with sound or side”

This clue appeared as 42-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance

EFFECT

Letters6

Starts withE

Ends withT

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Feb 26, 20256 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Word with sound or side” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 26, 2025 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with E and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Word with sound or side” clue?+

The answer is EFFECT (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 26, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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