Crossword clue

“Care for”

This clue appeared as 51-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 23, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
TEND
Letters4
Starts withT
Ends withD
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Oct 23, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Care for” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 23, 2026 as 51-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with T and ends with D.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Care for” clue?+

The answer is TEND (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 23, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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