Crossword clue
“Perfect example”
This clue appeared as 34-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
EPITOMELetters7
Starts withE
Ends withE
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Perfect example” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 8, 2026 as 34-Down. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with E and ends with E, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Perfect example” clue?+
The answer is EPITOME (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 8, 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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