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Ward off – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “Ward off” is FEND (4 letters) or REPEL (5 letters). Most recently FEND, in the NYT Mini on August 8, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
FEND4F___
REPEL5R____

What FEND means

  1. verbtry to manage without help
  2. verbwithstand the force of something

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
August 8, 2026NYT Mini 5DFEND
May 4, 2018NYT Mini 8AREPEL

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FAQ

What is the answer to “Ward off”?

FEND (4 letters) or REPEL (5 letters). Most recently FEND, on August 8, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “Ward off”?

4 letters, starting with F (F___).