“Gas brand that sounds like two letters of the alphabet” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ESSO is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Gas brand that sounds like two letters of the alphabet”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 16, 2026, where it runs at 125 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Aug 16, 2026 grid101DShows pride in one's appearance, in a way6 ltrs›102DResult in6 ltrs›109DPoop4 ltrs›110DSchool grps.4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 16, 20261AWork parodied by Umberto Eco's "Granita"6 ltrs›7ASubject of Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter"3 ltrs›10AOne's opponents4 ltrs›14AUncool4 ltrs›18AUntold6 ltrs›19ADown Under runners4 ltrs›21ACaramel-filled candy4 ltrs›22AWord following bear or honey4 ltrs›
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