What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Tries to get a rise out of" from November 23, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Tries to get a rise out of”

This clue appeared as 11-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 23, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

BAITS

Letters5

Starts withB

Ends withS

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Tries to get a rise out of” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 23, 2025 as 11-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with B and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Tries to get a rise out of” clue?+

The answer is BAITS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 23, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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