Crossword clue
“A flying fox is actually a type of this”
This clue appeared as 28-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 4, 2025. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
FRUITBATLetters8
Starts withF
Ends withT
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “A flying fox is actually a type of this” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 4, 2025 as 28-Across. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with F and ends with T, 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 “A flying fox is actually a type of this” clue?+
The answer is FRUITBAT (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 4, 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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