Crossword clue

“Relatives of sloths”

This clue appeared as 12-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 10, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.

Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
ANTEATERS
Letters9
Starts withA
Ends withS
Vowels4

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About this clue

The clue “Relatives of sloths” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 10, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with A and ends with S, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Relatives of sloths” clue?+

The answer is ANTEATERS (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 10, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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