Substitute NYT Crossword Clue

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We have the 4-letter answer for Substitute crossword clue, last seen in the NYT Crossword October 13, 2026 puzzle. This answer will help you finish the puzzle you’re working on.

Substitute Crossword Answer

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REPLACE
(7 letters)
VICAR
(5 letters)
DEPUTY
(6 letters)
ALTERNATE
(9 letters)
PROXY
(5 letters)
STANDIN
(7 letters)
ERSATZ
(6 letters)
FILLIN
(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

  • (noun)
    1. an equal exchange
  • (verb)
    1. exchange or give (something) in exchange for
    2. move (a piece of a program) into memory, in computer science
  • SUBSTITUTE (verb)
    1. act as a substitute
    2. be a substitute
  • SUBSTITUTE (adjective)
    1. serving or used in place of another
    2. capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team
  • SUBSTITUTE (noun)
    1. someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
    2. an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced
  • REPLACE
    (7 letters)
  • VICAR
    (5 letters)
  • DEPUTY
    (6 letters)
  • ALTERNATE
    (9 letters)
  • PROXY
    (5 letters)
  • STANDIN
    (7 letters)
  • ERSATZ
    (6 letters)
  • FILLIN
    (6 letters)

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
PAWS

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Substitute Crossword Clue Q&A

  1. Why is SWAP the answer to Substitute crossword clue?
    • To substitute one thing for another is to swap it in. Both words work as verbs for exchanging.
  2. When was Substitute crossword clue used most recently?
  3. What was the most recent answer for Substitute crossword clue?
    • The most recent answer for the clue is SWAP
  4. What is the 4-letter answer for Substitute crossword clue?
    • SWAP
  5. When has Substitute crossword clue been used historically?

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