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Mars rover org. LA Times Crossword clue

Editorially reviewed August 20, 2026

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Think of the U.S. agency behind Curiosity and Perseverance.

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Answer

NASA

How the short form works

“Org.” signals an abbreviated organization name, and NASA operates the best-known American Mars rover missions.

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The shortened “org.” signals that the answer should also be an abbreviated organization name.

Expanded meaning

NASA is the United States space agency responsible for Mars rovers including Curiosity and Perseverance.

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