Crossword clue
“Get bested by”
This clue appeared as 36-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
LOSETOLetters6
Starts withL
Ends withO
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Get bested by” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 4, 2025 as 36-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with L and ends with O, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Get bested by” clue?+
The answer is LOSETO (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 4, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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