NYT Crossword · 58 Down
“Compete in a bee” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, March 23, 2026 as 58 Down. The answer has 5 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, March 23, 2026 · 58 Down
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- Mar 23, 2026 · 58 Down · 5 letters
- Dec 9, 2024 · 8 Down · 5 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Compete in a bee”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with S and ends with L, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Compete in a bee” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 58 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Compete in a bee” crossword clue?
The answer is SPELL (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.