NYT Crossword · 38 Across
“Barely passing grade” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, September 21, 2026 as 38 Across. The answer has 3 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 · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 38 Across
Every time this clue appeared
- Sep 21, 2026 · 38 Across · 3 letters
- Nov 8, 2022 · 34 Down · 3 letters
- May 31, 2006 · 61 Down · 3 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Barely passing grade”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with D and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Barely passing grade” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, September 21, 2026, at 38 Across. It has appeared 3 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Barely passing grade” crossword clue?
The answer is DEE (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.