Crossword clue
“Reason for penalty shootouts”
This clue appeared as 28-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
TIELetters3
Starts withT
Ends withE
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Reason for penalty shootouts” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 31, 2026 as 28-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with T and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Reason for penalty shootouts” clue?+
The answer is TIE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 31, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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