Crossword clue

“Game in which sound effects are banned”

This clue appeared as 40-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 1, 2025. The answer has 8 letters.

Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
CHARADES
Letters8
Starts withC
Ends withS
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Game in which sound effects are banned” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 1, 2025 as 40-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with C 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 “Game in which sound effects are banned” clue?+

The answer is CHARADES (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 1, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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