Crossword clue

“Cannonball Adderley's musical instrument, informally”

This clue appeared as 23-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

SAX

Letters3

Starts withS

Ends withX

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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Sep 24, 20253 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Cannonball Adderley's musical instrument, informally” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 24, 2025 as 23-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with S and ends with X.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Cannonball Adderley's musical instrument, informally” clue?+

The answer is SAX (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 24, 2025.

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