NYT Crossword · 28 Across
“Defeats convincingly” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Thursday, July 2, 2026 as 28 Across. The answer has 7 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 · Thursday, July 2, 2026 · 28 Across
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Across
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- 17City center, often crossword clue5 letters
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- 35Overdo it at the beach, say crossword clue3 letters
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- 37Chrome alternative crossword clue6 letters
- 39Simple wooden shoes crossword clue6 letters
- 42Last full year of John Adams's presidency crossword clue5 letters
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Down
- 1Word with bar or bunny crossword clue3 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Defeats convincingly”?
The answer has 7 letters. It starts with A and ends with T, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Defeats convincingly” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 28 Across.
What is the answer to the “Defeats convincingly” crossword clue?
The answer is ACESOUT (7 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.