Crossword clue

“___ gel (moisture-absorbing stuff marked "Do not eat")”

This clue appeared as 47-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance

SILICA

Letters6

Starts withS

Ends withA

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “___ gel (moisture-absorbing stuff marked "Do not eat")” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 19, 2025 as 47-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with S and ends with A, 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 “___ gel (moisture-absorbing stuff marked "Do not eat")” clue?+

The answer is SILICA (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 19, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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