“Get closer to being picked, say” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.RIPEN is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Get closer to being picked, say”. It was last seen in the puzzle of November 3, 2026, where it runs at 22 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.