NYT Crossword

Actress Shirley of "The Apartment" NYT Crossword Clue

55A | 8 letters

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MACLAINE

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Why This Answer Fits

MACLAINE is the 8-letter answer for the clue "Actress Shirley of "The Apartment"". 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 55A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: MACLAINE in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • MACLAINE has 8 letters, matching the required slot for 55A.

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into an 8-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Actress Shirley of "The Apartment"", 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 an 8-letter slot.
  • The answer slot has 8 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 55A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 55A
Answer length 8
Puzzle type Daily
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