What is the answer to "Set up to fail"?

The most common answer is DOOM. 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.

Set up to fail Crossword Clue Answer

Looking for Set up to fail? This 4-letter clue recently appeared in the Apple News Crossword October 8, 2025 puzzle. Find the answer below to complete your crossword.

Set up to fail Crossword Answer

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Set up to fail Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Set up to fail" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Set up to fail" crossword clue is DOOM. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Apple News Crossword puzzle.

Which crossword used "Set up to fail" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Apple News Crossword puzzle on October 8, 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 DOOM?

The word DOOM means: an unpleasant or disastrous destiny. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Set up to fail".