What remains after a fire Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue What remains after a fire 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 5 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is ASHES.

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% ASHES What remains after a fire (5) New York Times Jul 20, 2020
4% ASH Fire remains (3) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Mar 10, 2026
3% PYRE Funeral fire (4) Commuter Apr 6, 2026
3% ELMOS Saint __ fire (5) LA Times Daily Apr 5, 2026
3% BURN Be on fire (4) (4) Mirror Classic Apr 1, 2026
3% STAY Remain (4) Newsday Mar 31, 2026
3% STOKED Fired up (6) USA Today Mar 30, 2026
3% DOS What comes after uno (3) Universal Mar 28, 2026
3% LAST Only remaining (4) (4) Mirror Classic Mar 28, 2026
3% SAT Remained unused (3) Newsday Mar 15, 2026

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Ashes are the residue left behind when materials burn. In a crossword, "What remains after a fire" hints at this powdery substance. Ashes hold symbolic significance in various cultures and are often associated with purification and renewal.