Crossword clue
“Tolkien creature”
This clue appeared as 40-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 17, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ORCLetters3
Starts withO
Ends withC
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Tolkien creature” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 17, 2025 as 40-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with O and ends with C.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Tolkien creature” clue?+
The answer is ORC (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.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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