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This clue last appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, 14 December 2025.

Commences

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This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, 14 December 2025. The answer OPENS is a 5-letter entry.

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What is the answer to "Commences"?: OPENS
How many letters is the answer to "Commences"?: The answer has 5 letters.
When was this clue last seen?: This clue last appeared in the NYT Crossword crossword on Sunday, 14 December 2025.
Has this crossword clue appeared before?: Yes. Variations of this clue have appeared 7 other times.

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Unfolds, with "out"
NYT Crossword · Friday, 06 March 2026 · 21 Across
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OPENS
Unlocks
NYT Mini · Sunday, 10 March 2024 · 7 Across
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OPENS
Removes the wrapping from
NYT Mini · Monday, 12 June 2023 · 6 Across
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OPENS
Reveals oneself, with "up"
NYT Crossword · Saturday, 22 February 2025 · 47 Down
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OPENS
Taps, as an app
NYT Mini · Monday, 28 May 2018 · 7 Across
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OPENS
Goes first
NYT Crossword · Saturday, 18 May 2024 · 51 Across
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OPENS