Crossword clue

“Nail a test”

This clue appeared as 53-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ACEIT
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withT
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Sep 30, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Nail a test” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 30, 2026 as 53-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with T, 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 “Nail a test” clue?+

The answer is ACEIT (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 30, 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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