Crossword clue
“Ancient calculation tools”
This clue appeared as 16-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ABACILetters5
Starts withA
Ends withI
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Ancient calculation tools” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 15, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with I, 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 “Ancient calculation tools” clue?+
The answer is ABACI (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 15, 2026.
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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