Crossword clue

“Pre-Inca civilization known for its underground aqueducts and geoglyphs”

This clue appeared as 14-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, August 27, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

NAZCA

Letters5

Starts withN

Ends withA

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Aug 27, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Pre-Inca civilization known for its underground aqueducts and geoglyphs” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 27, 2026 as 14-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Pre-Inca civilization known for its underground aqueducts and geoglyphs” clue?+

The answer is NAZCA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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