Its colony can be considered one superorganism Crossword Clue
3 letters · New York Times · Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 7-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 16, 2026 · 7-Down · 3 letters
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social insect living in organized colonies; characteristically the males and fertile queen have wings during breeding season; wingless sterile females are the workers
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