Crossword clue
“Some strenuous athletic events, informally”
This clue appeared as 33-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
TRISLetters4
Starts withT
Ends withS
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Some strenuous athletic events, informally” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 19, 2026 as 33-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with T and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Some strenuous athletic events, informally” clue?+
The answer is TRIS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 19, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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