Crossword clue
“A microwave might use one when running”
This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
KILOWATTLetters8
Starts withK
Ends withT
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “A microwave might use one when running” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 28, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with K and ends with T, 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 “A microwave might use one when running” clue?+
The answer is KILOWATT (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 28, 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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