NYT Crossword · 39 Down
“Unreturned serve” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, May 18, 2026 as 39 Down. 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, May 18, 2026 · 39 Down
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- May 18, 2026 · 39 Down · 3 letters
- Jul 22, 2024 · 4 Down · 3 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Unreturned serve”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with A and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Unreturned serve” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 39 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Unreturned serve” crossword clue?
The answer is ACE (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.