Crossword clue

“Contends”

This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
VIES
Letters4
Starts withV
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

Newsday Crossword
Aug 7, 20254 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Contends” ran in the Newsday Crossword on August 7, 2025 as Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with V and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Contends” clue?+

The answer is VIES (4 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of August 7, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.

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