“Ace, e.g.” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••SERVE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SERVE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Ace, e.g.”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 12, 2025, where it runs at 44 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on December 12, 2025.
Crossing entries
Dec 12, 2025 grid28DColleague who might be solutions-oriented?10 ltrs›36DCompany whose logo has a hidden arrow between its fourth and fifth letters5 ltrs›39DPerformance that isn't prerecorded7 ltrs›44DPleasing to the palate5 ltrs›45D"Buss It" rapper ___ Banks5 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Jul 22, 2026NYT Crossword29 Across•••••PILOTDec 12, 2025NYT Crossword44 Across•••••SERVEOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index•••••SERVE5 ltrs
•••••PILOT5 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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