Crossword clue
“Modern lead-in to quit or bait”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
RAGELetters4
Starts withR
Ends withE
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Modern lead-in to quit or bait” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 26, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Modern lead-in to quit or bait” clue?+
The answer is RAGE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 26, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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