Crossword clue
“Made a meal of”
This clue appeared as 63-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
ATELetters3
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Made a meal of” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 2, 2026 as 63-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Made a meal of” clue?+
The answer is ATE (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 2, 2026.
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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