Crossword clue
“Term of endearment appropriated from 9-Down”
This clue appeared as 20-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
BAELetters3
Starts withB
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Term of endearment appropriated from 9-Down” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 28, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with B and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Term of endearment appropriated from 9-Down” clue?+
The answer is BAE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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