Crossword clue

“Changing genetically”

This clue appeared as 9-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.

Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
MUTATING
Letters8
Starts withM
Ends withG
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Mar 3, 20268 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Changing genetically” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 3, 2026 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with M and ends with G, 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 “Changing genetically” clue?+

The answer is MUTATING (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 3, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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