Crossword clue
“Chemical element whose name starts with an 8-point Scrabble letter”
This clue appeared as 55-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 27, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
XENONLetters5
Starts withX
Ends withN
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Chemical element whose name starts with an 8-point Scrabble letter” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 27, 2025 as 55-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with X and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Chemical element whose name starts with an 8-point Scrabble letter” clue?+
The answer is XENON (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 27, 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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