Crossword clue
“Chess game ending”
This clue appeared as 10-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
MATELetters4
Starts withM
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Chess game ending” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 22, 2026 as 10-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with M and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Chess game ending” clue?+
The answer is MATE (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 22, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.
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