Crossword clue
“First contact”
This clue appeared as 12-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The answer has 14 letters.
Answer · 14 lettersFirst appearance
ALIENENCOUNTERLetters14
Starts withA
Ends withR
Vowels7
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “First contact” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 10, 2025 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 14-letter phrase that starts with A and ends with R, with 7 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “First contact” clue?+
The answer is ALIENENCOUNTER (14 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 10, 2025.
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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