Past-tense verb that becomes its present tense when you move its last letter to the front Crossword Clue Answer

This is the latest matching NYT Crossword occurrence of the 3-letter Down clue "Past-tense verb that becomes its present tense when you move its last letter to the front", from Friday, September 25, 2026. Reveal the answer at your pace, then use the full grid below to check crossing entries. Earlier appearances are tracked below when available.

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The answer to "Past-tense verb that becomes its present tense when you move its last letter to the front" is ATE (3 letters).

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This clue appeared in NYT Crossword on Friday, September 25, 2026. Use the full puzzle page to review every Across and Down clue.