Crossword clue
“They may be mistaken for agaves”
This clue appeared as Across in the Newsday Crossword on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ALOESLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withS
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “They may be mistaken for agaves” ran in the Newsday Crossword on October 18, 2025 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with S, 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 “They may be mistaken for agaves” clue?+
The answer is ALOES (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of October 18, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.
How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+
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