NYT Crossword

Band with the 1980s multi-octave "Take On Me" NYT Crossword Clue

114D | 3 letters

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Why This Answer Fits

AHA is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Band with the 1980s multi-octave "Take On Me"". 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 114D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: AHA in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • AHA has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 114D.

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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 "Band with the 1980s multi-octave "Take On Me"", 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 114D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 114D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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