NYT Crossword · 15 Across
“Some conic sections” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, August 5, 2005 as 15 Across. The answer has 9 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 · Friday, August 5, 2005 · 15 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Some conic sections”?
The answer has 9 letters. It starts with P and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Some conic sections” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 5, 2005, at 15 Across.
What is the answer to the “Some conic sections” crossword clue?
The answer is PARABOLAS (9 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.