Crossword clue

“Symbol of strength and solidity”

This clue appeared as 12-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
STEEL
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withL
Vowels2

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The clue “Symbol of strength and solidity” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 9, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with L.

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What is the answer to the “Symbol of strength and solidity” clue?+

The answer is STEEL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 9, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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