Crossword clue
“What drones might be mistaken for”
This clue appeared as 10-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 24, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
UFOSLetters4
Starts withU
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “What drones might be mistaken for” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 24, 2026 as 10-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with U and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “What drones might be mistaken for” clue?+
The answer is UFOS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 24, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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