Crossword clue
“Contestant”
This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ENTRYLetters5
Starts withE
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Contestant” ran in the Newsday Crossword on February 7, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Contestant” clue?+
The answer is ENTRY (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of February 7, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.
How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+
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