Splendid serve NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Splendid serve" is ACE.
In tennis, an 'ace' is a serve that is so well executed that the opponent cannot return it, making it a 'splendid' or perfect serve. The clue plays on this sports terminology to lead to the answer.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 06, 2026.
An 'ace' is a serve in tennis that is not touched by the opponent, scoring a point directly.
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The answer to “Splendid serve” in the New York Times puzzle January 6 2026 is ACE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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