Crossword clue

“Release volatile compounds to the air”

This clue appeared as 42-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
OUTGAS
Letters6
Starts withO
Ends withS
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Release volatile compounds to the air” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 10, 2026 as 42-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with O and ends with S, 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 “Release volatile compounds to the air” clue?+

The answer is OUTGAS (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 10, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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