Type of word banned in North American competitive Scrabble in 2020 Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Type of word banned in North American competitive Scrabble in 2020” from the New York Times crossword of August 13, 2025? It has 4 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, AUGUST 13, 2025

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What is the answer to “Type of word banned in North American competitive Scrabble in 2020”?

SLUR, 4 letters: to pass over lightly or carelessly.

When was “Type of word banned in North American competitive Scrabble in 2020” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of August 13, 2025.

How many letters does the answer have?

4 letters, starting with S.