Crossword clue
“Compete in a bee”
This clue appeared as 58-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 23, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SPELLLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withL
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Compete in a bee” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 23, 2026 as 58-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with L, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Compete in a bee” clue?+
The answer is SPELL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 23, 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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