Crossword clue

“Avian claw”

This clue appeared as 52-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
TALON
Letters5
Starts withT
Ends withN
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 3, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Avian claw” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 3, 2025 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with T and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Avian claw” clue?+

The answer is TALON (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 3, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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