“Frighten off” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DETER is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Frighten off”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 13, 2025, where it runs at 19 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.