Word after fire or before farm NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Word after fire or before farm" is ANT.
The clue uses a wordplay technique involving compound words. 'Fire ant' is a type of stinging ant known for its painful bite, while 'ant farm' is a container used to house ants for observation or study. The word 'ant' fits both positions, making it the correct answer.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on October 09, 2025.
An ant is a small insect known for living in highly organized colonies.
Tiny "farmer", Myrmecology subject, Raid target, at times, Household pest many consider less scary than a cockroach, Crumb bearer
The answer to “Word after fire or before farm” in the New York Times puzzle October 9 2025 is ANT. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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