Crossword clue
“Besmirch”
This clue appeared as 4-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersSeen 2 times
MARLetters3
Starts withM
Ends withR
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| MAR | 3 | 1 of 2 |
| TAR | 3 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Besmirch” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 14, 2026 as 4-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with M and ends with R.
See every answer from the puzzle on the NYT Crossword page for October 14, 2026, or learn how clues like this work in our guide to crossword clue types.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Besmirch” clue?+
The answer is MAR (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 14, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on October 14, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for October 14, 2026, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.