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Defeat Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Defeat featured in Universal puzzle on May 11, 2026. We have found 42 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 4 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is BEAT.
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Crossword Answer For Defeat:
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33 Potential Answers:
| Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEAT Defeat | (4) | Universal | May 11, 2026 |
| LOSS Defeat | (4) | Commuter | Apr 27, 2026 |
| ROUT Defeat | (4) | Puzzler Backwords | Apr 26, 2026 |
| BEST Defeat | (4) | Universal | Feb 12, 2026 |
| LICK Defeat | (4) | Eugene Sheffer | Oct 11, 2025 |
| L Defeat | (1) | USA Today Quick | Jul 31, 2025 |
| CONQUER Defeat | (7) | ||
| OVERCOME Defeat (8) | (8) | Puzzler | Dec 27, 2024 |
| T Defeat | (1) | USA Today Quick | Oct 22, 2024 |
| FAILURE Defeat | (7) | The Telegraph Quick | Aug 9, 2022 |
9 Similar Clues:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34% | LOSES Is defeated | (5) | The Telegraph Quick | Mar 23, 2026 |
| 33% | LOSETO Be defeated by | (6) | New York Times | Feb 19, 2026 |
| 31% | VANQUISHED Defeated | (10) | The Telegraph Quick | Jun 20, 2016 |
| 31% | FALLSTO Is defeated by | (7) | ||
| 31% | BITTHEDUST Was defeated | (10) | ||
| 31% | SHOOTSDOWN Defeats | (10) | ||
| 31% | AGONYOF ". . . and the __ defeat" | (7) | ||
| 31% | DOWNFALLEN Defeated | (10) | ||
| 31% | METONESWATERLOO Was defeated | (15) |
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In the world of crosswords, "Defeat" is a clue that hints at the answer "LOSS." In this context, "Defeat" refers to a situation where one fails to win or is overcome by an opponent. "Loss" signifies the absence or deprivation of something valuable, like a game or a battle. This connection highlights the thematic link between the clue and the answer, showcasing how the puzzle pieces fit together to form a coherent and satisfying solution.