Challenge from a hard-hit ground ball, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Challenge from a hard-hit ground ball, perhaps" is HOP.
The clue refers to a 'hard-hit ground ball,' which in baseball can result in a tricky or challenging 'hop' as the ball bounces unpredictably. The word 'challenge' suggests the difficulty a player might face when fielding such a ball.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 09, 2026.
Hop: A small jump or bounce, often used to describe the motion of a ball.
Pretend to be a kangaroo, say, Make like a frog, Move like a bunny, Struggle to put on a shoe while rushing out the door, say, Fielder’s challenge
The answer to “Challenge from a hard-hit ground ball, perhaps” in the New York Times puzzle January 9 2026 is HOP. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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