Crossword clue
“Opposite of 39-Down”
This clue appeared as 44-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
TROMPSLetters6
Starts withT
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Opposite of 39-Down” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 28, 2026 as 44-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with T and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Opposite of 39-Down” clue?+
The answer is TROMPS (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 28, 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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