Crossword clue
“Like some chemical bonds”
This clue appeared as 51-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 14, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
IONICLetters5
Starts withI
Ends withC
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like some chemical bonds” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 14, 2025 as 51-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with C, 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 “Like some chemical bonds” clue?+
The answer is IONIC (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.
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