Accelerator or brake NYT Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? P
2 ? E
3 ? D
4 ? A
5 ? L
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      Hint 1

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      Think of what your feet press down on while driving.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      A ????? is a lever operated by the foot to control a mechanism, such as in a vehicle or bicycle.

      Hint 3

      explanation
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      The clue refers to the parts of a vehicle that are operated by foot to control speed. Both the accelerator and brake are types of ?????s found in a car.

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      Part of a piano or loom, Piano part, Push it with foot, Power a 6-Across, perhaps, Move bicycle along

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “Accelerator or brake” in the New York Times puzzle October 20 2025 is PEDAL. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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