Crossword clue
“Life form that requires oxygen”
This clue appeared as 38-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 15, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
AEROBELetters6
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Life form that requires oxygen” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 15, 2025 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Life form that requires oxygen” clue?+
The answer is AEROBE (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 15, 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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