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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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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | DDT Pesticide banned in the '70s | (3) | New York Times | May 17, 2017 |
| 7% | ALAR Banned pesticide | (4) | Universal | Jul 16, 2018 |
| 7% | DDTS Banned pesticides | (4) | ||
| 6% | EPA Pesticide-banning org. | (3) | ||
| 5% | EMBARGO Targeted trade ban | (7) | LA Times Daily | Jun 7, 2026 |
| 5% | FDA Org. banning 119-Down | (3) | New York Times | Jun 7, 2026 |
| 5% | MARIE '70s variety show "Donny & ___" | (5) | TV | Jun 7, 2026 |
| 5% | DYE The banned ingredient Red No. 3, e.g. | (3) | New York Times | Jun 7, 2026 |
| 5% | FORBADE Banned warning about evil (7) | (7) | The Sun Two Speed | Jun 7, 2026 |
| 5% | POPEPAULVI '70s Vatican leader | (10) | Newsday | May 31, 2026 |
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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.