Crossword clue
“Precursor of the International Space Station”
This clue appeared as 41-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 17, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
MIRLetters3
Starts withM
Ends withR
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Precursor of the International Space Station” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 17, 2025 as 41-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with M and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Precursor of the International Space Station” clue?+
The answer is MIR (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 17, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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