What is the answer to "Compete in a big-wave event, for example"?

The most common answer is SURF. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2025.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

Compete in a big-wave event, for example Crossword Clue Answer

Need help with Compete in a big-wave event, for example? This clue showed up in the September 16, 2025 New Yorker puzzle. The answer has 4 letters.

Compete in a big-wave event, for example Crossword Answer

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Compete in a big-wave event, for example Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Compete in a big-wave event, for example" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Compete in a big-wave event, for example" crossword clue is SURF. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the New Yorker puzzle.

Which crossword used "Compete in a big-wave event, for example" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the New Yorker puzzle on September 16, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of SURF?

The word SURF means: waves breaking on the shore. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Compete in a big-wave event, for example".