NYT Crossword

Biden and Bush, once, in brief NYT Crossword Clue

85D | 3 letters

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Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

VPS is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Biden and Bush, once, 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 85D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: VPS in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • VPS has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 85D.

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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 "Biden and Bush, once, 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 85D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 85D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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