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This clue last appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, 14 January 2026.

Wasn't even close, as in comparison

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This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, 14 January 2026. The answer PALED is a 5-letter entry.

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What is the answer to "Wasn't even close, as in comparison"?: PALED
How many letters is the answer to "Wasn't even close, as in comparison"?: The answer has 5 letters.
When was this clue last seen?: This clue last appeared in the NYT Crossword crossword on Wednesday, 14 January 2026.
Has this crossword clue appeared before?: Yes. Variations of this clue have appeared 2 other times.

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Blanched
NYT Crossword · Saturday, 21 March 2026 · 48 Down
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PALED
Lightened up?
NYT Crossword · Friday, 27 October 2023 · 29 Across
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PALED