Crossword clue
“Gotham City SOS”
This clue appeared as 17-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 6, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
BATSIGNALLetters9
Starts withB
Ends withL
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Gotham City SOS” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 6, 2026 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with B 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 “Gotham City SOS” clue?+
The answer is BATSIGNAL (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 6, 2026.
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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