“Came up short”
This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Friday, February 20, 2026. The answer has 10 letters.
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| LOSTOUT | 7 | 1 of 2 |
| DIDNTCUTIT | 10 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Came up short” ran in the Newsday Crossword on February 20, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with D and ends with T, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Came up short” clue?+
The answer is DIDNTCUTIT (10 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of February 20, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the Newsday Crossword, most recently on February 20, 2026.
How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+
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