“Start of a new deal” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ANTE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Start of a new deal”. It was last seen in the puzzle of September 24, 2025, where it runs at 16 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.