“Bacteria-free” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.STERILE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Bacteria-free”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 14, 2025, where it runs at 5 Down and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Oct 14, 2025 grid1AAwards for athletic achievements5 ltrs›14ATalent seeker5 ltrs›17A"In what season are the Olympics during leap years, sweetie?" "___"10 ltrs›21ACarnival attractions5 ltrs›23AHeavily edit with beauty filters, as a photo, in modern lingo7 ltrs›26A"Which 'Little Rascals' character has a cowlick, sugar?" "___"12 ltrs›30AHead-turning spectacle5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Oct 14, 20256ADrove like mad4 ltrs›10AOuter arm muscles, for short4 ltrs›15AFollow instructions4 ltrs›16AHelp for a stumped solver4 ltrs›19AHome of the Taj Mahal4 ltrs›20APresident Lincoln, informally3 ltrs›22AMultiple-choice option akin to "None of the above"5 ltrs›25AFares and fees5 ltrs›
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