NYT Crossword · 88 Down
“Prep for a match” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, August 6, 2017 as 88 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 · Sunday, August 6, 2017 · 88 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Prep for a match”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with S and ends with R, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Prep for a match” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 6, 2017, at 88 Down.
What is the answer to the “Prep for a match” crossword clue?
The answer is SPAR (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.