Competes (for) Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, February 15, 2023 · 18-Down
Appeared in 3 New York Times Crosswords between August 2011 and February 2023.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 15, 2023 · 18-Down · 4 letters
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compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others
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