Crossword clue
“Stand up to”
This clue appeared as 53-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
DEFYLetters4
Starts withD
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Stand up to” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 4, 2026 as 53-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with D and ends with Y.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Stand up to” clue?+
The answer is DEFY (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 4, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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