Crossword clue
“Igneous rock that makes up most of Venus's surface”
This clue appeared as 33-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 16, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
BASALLetters5
Starts withB
Ends withL
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Igneous rock that makes up most of Venus's surface” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 16, 2026 as 33-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with B and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Igneous rock that makes up most of Venus's surface” clue?+
The answer is BASAL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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