Trap
Common Trap
An example clue may ask for a category, member, or related term, so crossings matter.
NYT Crossword
Cause of amusement to a vet, maybe 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 13 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- The wording suggests an example or category relationship. Look for a 13-letter answer that can satisfy the example.
- At 13 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 46A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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ROOKIEMISTAKE
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
ROOKIEMISTAKE is the 13-letter answer for "Cause of amusement to a vet, maybe" 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: ROOKIEMISTAKE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Example clue.
- This is Across at 46A, so use the Down crossings to confirm ROOKIEMISTAKE.
- ROOKIEMISTAKE has 13 letters, matching the required slot for 46A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using ROOKIEMISTAKE
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View all ROOKIEMISTAKE clues Position 46A
Answer length 13
Puzzle type Daily
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 46A, so use the Down crossings to confirm ROOKIEMISTAKE.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a example clue and verify that the 13 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
April 18, 2026 Daily / 46A / 13 letters
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