Very Basic Cleaner NYT Crossword Clue
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Updated Aug 29, 2024
Very Basic Cleaner NYT Crossword Clue
Let’s find the answers to Very Basic Cleaner NYT for the August 29, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle.
Hints
- Answer Contains 3 letters
- Start with L and end with E.
- Possible solutions are LIE,LEE,LYE.
Answer
The answer to the Very Basic Cleaner NYT crossword clue is "LYE."
The crossword clue "Very Basic Cleaner" with the answer "LYE" refers to the chemical compound lye, which is a highly basic (alkaline) substance commonly used in cleaning products. Lye, typically sodium hydroxide, has a very high pH, making it extremely effective at breaking down grease, grime, and organic materials.
The term "basic" in the clue plays on the chemical property of lye as a strong base, while "cleaner" refers to its application in household and industrial cleaning. The answer "LYE" succinctly captures this dual meaning, linking both the chemical nature and its practical use.
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