Crossword clue
“Source of a cephalopod's defensive ink”
This clue appeared as 25-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 6, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
SACLetters3
Starts withS
Ends withC
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Source of a cephalopod's defensive ink” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 6, 2025 as 25-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with S and ends with C.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Source of a cephalopod's defensive ink” clue?+
The answer is SAC (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 6, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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