Reference
Reference Notes
This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Babysitter's bane", so spelling and context are important.
NYT Crossword
Babysitter's bane NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
Identify the named person, title, quote, or cultural reference before checking the grid length.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 3 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 3-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
- At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
- This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Babysitter's bane", so spelling and context are important.
- Short entries are sensitive to crossings; one wrong letter can produce several plausible-looking answers.
- This clue appears at 118A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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IMP
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
IMP is the 3-letter answer for "Babysitter's bane" in the NYT Crossword. The clue relies on a specific name, title, quote, or cultural reference, so exact spelling matters more than broad synonym matching.
- Grid entry: IMP in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- This is Across at 118A, so use the Down crossings to confirm IMP.
- IMP has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 118A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using IMP
We have not seen many previous NYT clues for this answer yet.
View all IMP clues Position 118A
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Trap
Common Trap
Short entries are sensitive to crossings; one wrong letter can produce several plausible-looking answers.
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 118A, so use the Down crossings to confirm IMP.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 3 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
May 10, 2026 Daily / 118A / 3 letters
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