NYT Crossword

Award opportunity, in brief NYT Crossword Clue

63D | 3 letters

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Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

NOM is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Award opportunity, in brief". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 63D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: NOM in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • NOM has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 63D.

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Hint

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Award opportunity, in brief", 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 63D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 63D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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