Crossword clue
“Like a boxer before a fight, typically”
This clue appeared as 28-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ROBEDLetters5
Starts withR
Ends withD
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like a boxer before a fight, typically” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 11, 2026 as 28-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with R and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like a boxer before a fight, typically” clue?+
The answer is ROBED (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 11, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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