Crossword clue
“In the lead”
This clue appeared as 36-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
ONTOPLetters5
Starts withO
Ends withP
Vowels2
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| ONTOP | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| AHEAD | 5 | 1 of 2 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “In the lead” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 9, 2026 as 36-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with P.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “In the lead” clue?+
The answer is ONTOP (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on August 9, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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