Crossword clue
“Chemical ingredient in nail polish remover”
This clue appeared as 3-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
ACETONELetters7
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Chemical ingredient in nail polish remover” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 17, 2026 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with A 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 “Chemical ingredient in nail polish remover” clue?+
The answer is ACETONE (7 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of October 17, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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