“Outperforms” crossword clue
Answer
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••••TOPS
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.TOPS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Outperforms”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 15, 2025, where it runs at 24 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 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 May 15, 2025.
Crossing entries
May 15, 2025 grid6DCool cat's "Roger that"5 ltrs›7DDizzy feeling, with "the"5 ltrs›18DAcknowledge nonverbally5 ltrs›25DIn days past4 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Apr 17, 2026NYT Crossword1 Down••••TOPSMay 15, 2025NYT Crossword24 Across••••TOPSBack to the full May 15, 2025 answer list, or browse the puzzle archive.