Crossword clue
“Sports bet based on total points scored”
This clue appeared as 9-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, September 18, 2025. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
OVERUNDERLetters9
Starts withO
Ends withR
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Sports bet based on total points scored” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 18, 2025 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with O and ends with R, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Sports bet based on total points scored” clue?+
The answer is OVERUNDER (9 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 18, 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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