NYT Crossword

Actress Gardner NYT Crossword Clue

53D | 3 letters

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Why This Answer Fits

AVA is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Actress Gardner". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 53D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: AVA in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • AVA has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 53D.

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 3-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Actress Gardner", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a reference clue.

  • This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 3-letter slot.
  • At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
  • This clue appears at 53D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 53D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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