Crossword clue
“Layered bulb”
This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 14, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ONIONLetters5
Starts withO
Ends withN
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Layered bulb” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 14, 2025 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O 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 “Layered bulb” clue?+
The answer is ONION (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 14, 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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