Crossword clue

“Compete”

This clue appeared as 41-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersSeen 3 times
VIE
Letters3
Starts withV
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Compete” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 26, 2026 as 41-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with V and ends with E.

See every answer from the puzzle on the NYT Crossword page for April 26, 2026, or learn how clues like this work in our guide to crossword clue types.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Compete” clue?+

The answer is VIE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 26, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 3 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on April 26, 2026.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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