NYT Crossword · 55 Down
“Gene pools?” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, December 21, 2025 as 55 Down. The answer has 8 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Sunday, December 21, 2025 · 55 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Gene pools?”?
The answer has 8 letters. It starts with D and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Gene pools?” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 55 Down.
What is the answer to the “Gene pools?” crossword clue?
The answer is DNABANKS (8 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.