NYT Crossword · 44 Across
“Sporting blade” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, January 19, 2026 as 44 Across. 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 · Monday, January 19, 2026 · 44 Across
This clue has had more than one answer
- Jan 19, 2026 · 44 Across · 4 letters
- Nov 7, 2020 · 4 Down · 3 letters
- Jun 27, 2005 · 63 Across · 4 letters
- Jan 1, 2004 · 63 Across · 4 letters
- Oct 20, 2003 · 27 Down · 4 letters
- Jul 29, 2003 · 47 Down · 4 letters
- Nov 27, 2001 · 37 Down · 4 letters
- Oct 8, 2001 · 51 Down · 4 letters
- Mar 12, 2001 · 71 Across · 4 letters
- May 31, 1999 · 59 Down · 4 letters
- Apr 3, 1995 · 11 Down · 4 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Sporting blade”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with E and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Sporting blade” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 44 Across. It has appeared 11 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Sporting blade” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is EPEE. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.