Crossword clue

“Part of a fishing line to which a hook is attached”

This clue appeared as 41-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SNELL
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withL
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Part of a fishing line to which a hook is attached” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 5, 2025 as 41-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with L, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Part of a fishing line to which a hook is attached” clue?+

The answer is SNELL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 5, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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