In first place
Crossword clue · 2 known answers · 3 appearances · Last seen in the Newsday crossword on May 19, 2026
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AHEAD
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The clue “In first place” has appeared 3 times in our database with 2 different answers, so count the squares in your grid and check the crossings before you commit. Most recently it ran in the Newsday crossword on May 19, 2026, where the answer was AHEAD.
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