Crossword clue
“Two in a hand”
This clue appeared as 52-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DEUCELetters5
Starts withD
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Two in a hand” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 3, 2025 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with E, 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 “Two in a hand” clue?+
The answer is DEUCE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 3, 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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