Crossword clue

“Puts one's money on the line”

This clue appeared as 54-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, February 14, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.

Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
TAKESABET
Letters9
Starts withT
Ends withT
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Puts one's money on the line” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 14, 2026 as 54-Across. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with T and ends with T, 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 “Puts one's money on the line” clue?+

The answer is TAKESABET (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 14, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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