Crossword clue
“Combustible fuel for trucks”
This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 28, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
DIESELLetters6
Starts withD
Ends withL
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Combustible fuel for trucks” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 28, 2025 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with D and ends with L, 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 “Combustible fuel for trucks” clue?+
The answer is DIESEL (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 28, 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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