Crossword clue
“Takes gold”
This clue appeared as 28-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
WINSLetters4
Starts withW
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Takes gold” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 1, 2025 as 28-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with W and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Takes gold” clue?+
The answer is WINS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 1, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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