Crossword clue

“Sun phenomenon that can cause radio blackouts”

This clue appeared as 8-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 6, 2025. The answer has 10 letters.

Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance

SOLARFLARE

Letters10

Starts withS

Ends withE

Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Oct 6, 202510 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Sun phenomenon that can cause radio blackouts” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 6, 2025 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with S and ends with E, 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 “Sun phenomenon that can cause radio blackouts” clue?+

The answer is SOLARFLARE (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 6, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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