Crossword clue
“Set (down)”
This clue appeared as 23-Down in the NYT Midi Crossword on Sunday, August 9, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
LAYLetters3
Starts withL
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Set (down)” ran in the NYT Midi Crossword on August 9, 2026 as 23-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with L and ends with Y.
See every answer from the puzzle on the Midi page for August 9, 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 “Set (down)” clue?+
The answer is LAY (3 letters), from the NYT Midi Crossword of August 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the Midi.
How do I find other Midi answers?+
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