What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Lead-in to grid or play" from September 13, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Lead-in to grid or play”

This clue appeared as 125-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

POWER

Letters5

Starts withP

Ends withR

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Lead-in to grid or play” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 13, 2026 as 125-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Lead-in to grid or play” clue?+

The answer is POWER (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 13, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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