Crossword clue
“Goes down in defeat”
This clue appeared as 4-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Monday, October 5, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
LOSESLetters5
Starts withL
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Goes down in defeat” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 5, 2026 as 4-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Goes down in defeat” clue?+
The answer is LOSES (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of October 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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