Crossword clue
“Bugling game”
This clue appeared as 18-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 1, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ELKLetters3
Starts withE
Ends withK
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Bugling game” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 1, 2026 as 18-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with E and ends with K.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Bugling game” clue?+
The answer is ELK (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 1, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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