“Units for measuring bacteria and dust” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MICRONS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Units for measuring bacteria and dust”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 16, 2025, where it runs at 36 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
Aug 16, 2025 grid36ALike bismuth and bitcoin5 ltrs›39AFull of snickers6 ltrs›41ACurve that's high and outside?4 ltrs›43A1990 novelty dance inspired by a comics superhero10 ltrs›49ABecame a marquee name, say10 ltrs›51ALovers of "Emma" and "Persuasion"10 ltrs›53AWay to begin gaming, say10 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 16, 20251ABeauty lounge, of a sort10 ltrs›11ACalm4 ltrs›15AMexico's Chamber of Deputies or France's National Assembly, for example10 ltrs›16ACash on hand?4 ltrs›17AFrench kiss kissers10 ltrs›18APull4 ltrs›19ALeading counsel?10 ltrs›20AParting word4 ltrs›
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