What is the answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Competitors in a slam" from November 11, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Competitors in a slam”

This clue appeared as 24-Across in the NYT Midi Crossword on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

POETS

Letters5

Starts withP

Ends withS

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Midi Crossword
Nov 11, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Competitors in a slam” ran in the NYT Midi Crossword on November 11, 2026 as 24-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Competitors in a slam” clue?+

The answer is POETS (5 letters), from the NYT Midi Crossword of November 11, 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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