Crossword clue

“Apt rhyme for "defeat"”

This clue appeared as 14-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Monday, August 17, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
BEAT
Letters4
Starts withB
Ends withT
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Apt rhyme for "defeat"” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 17, 2026 as 14-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with B and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Apt rhyme for "defeat"” clue?+

The answer is BEAT (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 17, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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