What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Certain bout enders, in brief" from July 28, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Certain bout enders, in brief”

This clue appeared as 56-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 28, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

KOS

Letters3

Starts withK

Ends withS

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 28, 20253 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Certain bout enders, in brief” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 28, 2025 as 56-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with K and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Certain bout enders, in brief” clue?+

The answer is KOS (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 28, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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