What is the answer to "Reason for a crime" in the Newsday Crossword?

The answer to the Newsday Crossword clue "Reason for a crime" is MOTIVE (6 letters).

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Reason for a crime Newsday Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the April 29, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

MOTIVE

6 letters · Down · last seen April 29, 2026

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