Trap
Common Trap
An example clue may ask for a category, member, or related term, so crossings matter.
NYT Crossword
Canapé or deviled egg, for example NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
The wording suggests an example/category relationship, not always a direct synonym.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a example clue and verify that the 11 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- The wording suggests an example or category relationship. Look for an 11-letter answer that can satisfy the example.
- At 11 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
- An example clue may ask for a category, member, or related term, so crossings matter.
- This clue appears at 31A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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HORSDOEUVRE
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
HORSDOEUVRE is the 11-letter answer for "Canapé or deviled egg, for example" in the NYT Crossword. The clue frames the answer as an example or category relationship, so compare both the clue wording and the answer length.
- Grid entry: HORSDOEUVRE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Example clue.
- This is Across at 31A, so use the Down crossings to confirm HORSDOEUVRE.
- HORSDOEUVRE has 11 letters, matching the required slot for 31A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using HORSDOEUVRE
We have not seen many previous NYT clues for this answer yet.
View all HORSDOEUVRE clues Position 31A
Answer length 11
Puzzle type Daily
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 31A, so use the Down crossings to confirm HORSDOEUVRE.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a example clue and verify that the 11 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
May 11, 2026 Daily / 31A / 11 letters
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