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Common motive in a murder case (crossword clue)

7 squares · NYT Crossword · August 24, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, August 24, 2026 (28 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.

Answer length: 7 squares

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R _ _ _ _ _ _

First and last letters

R _ _ _ _ _ E

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REVENGE as a word: Any form of personal, retaliatory action against an individual, institution, or group for some alleged or perceived harm or injustice; (transitive) To take revenge for (a particular harmful action) or on behalf of (its victim); to avenge.

REVENGE has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.

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