Play part
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 29, 2026
Stuck on the clue Play part from the New York Times Daily for March 29, 2026? We have the correct 3-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Play part (3)
Answer
The answer to Play part is Act (3 letters).
Why does Act fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Play part' points straight to ACT. An act is one of the major divisions of a theatrical play, separating the story into distinct structural sections. A typical stage play is divided into two or three acts, each containing several scenes. The word 'part' in the clue signals a component or division of a larger whole, and an act is precisely that, a named chunk of a play's structure rather than the full production itself.
What does Play part mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
play
noun
•a theatrical work or drama performed on stage
verb
•to perform a role or character in a theatrical production
part
noun
•a role or character in a theatrical performance
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 7-across in the New York Times Daily on March 29, 2026, by Michael and Oliver Schlossberg, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Act mean?
noun
•Something done, a deed.
•Actuality.
verb
•To do something.
•To do (something); to perform.
Origin of the word Act
•origin: Latin actus
•period: 14th century
The word derives from the Latin past participle of agere meaning 'to do' or 'to drive,' which also gave us words like 'agent,' 'agenda,' and 'action.'
How to use Act in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Act.
•“The lead actor forgot his lines during the second act of the play.”
•“Congress passed an act to regulate internet privacy.”
•“She decided to act quickly before the opportunity disappeared.”
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- What is the answer to Play part?
- The answer is Act (3 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 29, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Play part have?
- The answer has 3 letters: Act.
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NYT Daily — Mar 29, 2026
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