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Abbr. in a birth announcement NYT Crossword Clue

70A | 3 letters

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LBS

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

LBS is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Abbr. in a birth announcement". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 70A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: LBS in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • LBS has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 70A.

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Hint

This clue is asking for a compact abbreviation-style entry.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Abbr. in a birth announcement", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a abbreviation.

  • The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.
  • At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
  • This clue appears at 70A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 70A
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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