“Tree that can be a source of water for thirsty elephants” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.BAOBAB is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Tree that can be a source of water for thirsty elephants”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 18, 2026, where it runs at 78 Across and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Oct 18, 2026 grid58DDrill9 ltrs›69DWisecrack4 ltrs›79DSurprised greeting4 ltrs›80DWord with black or coffee4 ltrs›81DCovenant keepers4 ltrs›82DSomething in which you might stand for a spell3 ltrs›
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Oct 18, 20261ABeneficiary of early capital7 ltrs›8ABless, in a way6 ltrs›14AClose female friend … in relative terms6 ltrs›20ALess than satisfactory, slangily7 ltrs›21ALike some cyborg parts6 ltrs›22AExtended play?6 ltrs›23AHeyhowareyou14 ltrs›25AJournalist Michele with two Peabody Awards6 ltrs›
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