Crossword clue
“Kind of illusion”
This clue appeared as 42-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 18, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
OPTICALLetters7
Starts withO
Ends withL
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Kind of illusion” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 18, 2025 as 42-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with O and ends with L, 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 “Kind of illusion” clue?+
The answer is OPTICAL (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 18, 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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