Synthetic fabric once common in sweaters Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, September 22, 2025 · 16-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, September 22, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 22, 2025 · 16-Across · 5 letters
ORLON0 of 5 letters revealed
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an acrylic fiber or the lightweight crease-resistant fabric made with Orlon yarns
noun
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