NYT Crossword · 57 Down
“Barely defeats” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, October 23, 2019 as 57 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Wednesday, October 23, 2019 · 57 Down
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- Oct 23, 2019 · 57 Down · 4 letters
- Feb 1, 2009 · 130 Down · 4 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Barely defeats”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with N and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Barely defeats” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at 57 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Barely defeats” crossword clue?
The answer is NIPS (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.