Crossword clue

“"Wise" bird”

This clue appeared as 49-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 12, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersSeen 3 times
OWL
Letters3
Starts withO
Ends withL
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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May 12, 20253 letters→NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “"Wise" bird” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 12, 2025 as 49-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with O and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “"Wise" bird” clue?+

The answer is OWL (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 12, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 3 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on May 12, 2025.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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