Lead-in to state or Star NYT Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak /

Crossword Answer

1 ? T
2 ? R
3 ? I
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      Hint 1

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      Think of a prefix that suggests a trio or a group of three.

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      A prefix meaning three or involving three parts.

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      The clue 'Lead-in to state or Star' hints at a prefix that can precede both 'state' and 'Star.' '???' forms the words 'tristate' (referring to an area covering three states) and 'TriStar' (a film production company).

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      Prefix between bi- and tetra-, Certain endurance race, in brief, Ironman race, for short, The first "T" of TNT, Muscle strengthened by dips, familiarly

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “Lead-in to state or Star” in the New York Times puzzle November 2 2025 is TRI. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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