Crossword clue
“Takes a turn at the plate”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
BATSLetters4
Starts withB
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Takes a turn at the plate” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on June 18, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with B and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Takes a turn at the plate” clue?+
The answer is BATS (4 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of June 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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