Evolutionary “missing link” NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 6-letter answer for "Evolutionary "missing link"" is APEMAN.
The term 'APEMAN' refers to a hypothetical evolutionary transitional form between apes and humans, often depicted as a 'missing link' in the evolutionary chain. This concept is popular in discussions about human evolution and is frequently used in a metaphorical sense.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on August 20, 2025.
An 'APEMAN' is a fictional or hypothetical being that represents a transitional form between apes and humans in evolutionary theory.
Early ancestor, Primitive primate
The answer to “Evolutionary “missing link”” in the New York Times puzzle August 20 2025 is APEMAN. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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