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Pesticide banned in the '70s Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Pesticide banned in the '70s last seen in New York Times puzzle. 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 3 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is DDT.
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| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | DDT Pesticide banned in the '70s | (3) | New York Times | May 17, 2017 |
| 6% | ALAR Banned pesticide | (4) | Universal | Jul 16, 2018 |
| 6% | EPA Pesticide-banning org. | (3) | ||
| 6% | DDTS Banned pesticides | (4) | ||
| 5% | ABSTAIN Refuse to vote or ban it as ordered | (7) | The Times Quick Cryptic | Dec 19, 2025 |
| 5% | CHEETAHS Animals that can run 70 mph | (8) | Universal | Dec 18, 2025 |
| 5% | SHAGRUG Carpet from the '70s | (7) | Wall Street Journal | Dec 13, 2025 |
| 5% | LEISURESUIT '70s outfit: 2 wds. | (11) | Commuter | Dec 11, 2025 |
| 5% | DRIVE Use I-70, e.g. | (5) | The Washington Post Mini | Dec 1, 2025 |
| 5% | OHIO I-70 runs through it | (4) | The Washington Post Mini | Dec 1, 2025 |
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DDT is a pesticide that was widely used in the 20th century but was banned in the 1970s due to its harmful effects on the environment and wildlife. Its ban marked a significant moment in the history of environmental protection.