___ starters Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “___ starters” from the New York Times crossword of October 15, 2026? It has 7 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

Crossword answer

NEW YORK TIMES, OCTOBER 15, 2026

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Hints

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Hint 1 Meaning

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Questions

What is the answer to “___ starters”?

MATCHES, 7 letters: to set in competition or opposition.

When was “___ starters” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of October 15, 2026.

How many letters does the answer have?

7 letters, starting with M.