Word before food or mate

55 Down4 lettersMonday, 22 September 2025

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This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, 22 September 2025. The answer SOUL is a 4-letter entry.

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What is the answer to "Word before food or mate"?
SOUL
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The answer has 4 letters.
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