“What's never free of charge” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ION is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “What's never free of charge”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 29, 2025, where it runs at 22 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.