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Settle the score NYT Crossword Clue

36D | 7 letters

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GETEVEN

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Why This Answer Fits

GETEVEN is the 7-letter answer for "Settle the score" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 36D help confirm the exact spelling.

Grid entry: GETEVEN in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
This is Down at 36D, so use the Across crossings to confirm GETEVEN.
GETEVEN has 7 letters, matching the required slot for 36D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 7-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

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Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 7 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 7-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 7 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 36D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 36D

Answer length 7

Puzzle type Daily

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Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Down at 36D, so use the Across crossings to confirm GETEVEN.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 7 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Clue History

April 26, 2026 Daily / 36D / 7 letters

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