“Beat in chess” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MATED is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Beat in chess”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 12, 2026, where it runs at 9 Down 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.
Crossing entries
Feb 12, 2026 grid6AHome of War in the Pacific National Historical Park4 ltrs›15ASapa ___ ("the only emperor" in Quechua)4 ltrs›18A*Public messages of appreciation8 ltrs›22AAlternatively … !!!6 ltrs›24AFirehouse supply7 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Feb 12, 20261A*Succeed5 ltrs›10ASign on some restroom doors3 ltrs›13AAngular unit of measurement6 ltrs›16AKitchen gadget brand3 ltrs›17AMust pay6 ltrs›20AHeavy metal band whose name is a big cat in Spanish7 ltrs›23ASign out?4 ltrs›26ATake out, in a way3 ltrs›
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