This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 16, 2026 (27 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ C
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SONIC as a word: Of or relating to sound; Having a speed approaching that of the speed of sound in air.
SONIC has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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