What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "*Worms or flies, often" from July 9, 2026?

Crossword clue

“*Worms or flies, often”

This clue appeared as 49-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.

Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance

BASSISTS

Letters8

Starts withB

Ends withS

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 9, 20268 letters→

About this clue

The clue “*Worms or flies, often” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 9, 2026 as 49-Across. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with B and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “*Worms or flies, often” clue?+

The answer is BASSISTS (8 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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