NYT Crossword

Ambient sound said to be more soothing than its "white" counterpart NYT Crossword Clue

33D | 9 letters

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PINKNOISE

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Why This Answer Fits

PINKNOISE is the 9-letter answer for the clue "Ambient sound said to be more soothing than its "white" counterpart". 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 33D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: PINKNOISE in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • PINKNOISE has 9 letters, matching the required slot for 33D.

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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 9-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Ambient sound said to be more soothing than its "white" counterpart", 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 9-letter slot.
  • The answer slot has 9 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 33D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 33D
Answer length 9
Puzzle type Daily
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