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Digital ancestor Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Digital ancestor . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 6 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is ANALOG.
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ANALOG Digital ancestor | (6) | ||
| 4% | ELDER Ancestor | (5) | The Telegraph Quick | Oct 16, 2025 |
| 4% | FOREBEAR Ancestor | (8) | The Telegraph Quick | Sep 19, 2025 |
| 3% | LYRES Harp's ancestors | (5) | Thomas Joseph | Oct 23, 2025 |
| 3% | PINKIE Digit | (6) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Oct 20, 2025 |
| 3% | SEXTANT GPS ancestor | (7) | Newsday | Oct 18, 2025 |
| 3% | ENGAGEMENTRINGS Digital bands | (15) | Newsday | Oct 17, 2025 |
| 3% | SURREYS SUV ancestors | (7) | Newsday | Oct 16, 2025 |
| 3% | PDAS Smartphone ancestors: Abbr. | (4) | ||
| 3% | SSN Nine-digit ID | (3) | USA Today | Oct 13, 2025 |
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Analog is the answer to "Digital ancestor" because analog technology predates digital technology. Analog devices use continuous signals, while digital devices use discrete signals. Understanding this helps solve the clue by recognizing the historical progression of technology.