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Certain natural hairstyle NYT Crossword Clue

66A | 4 letters

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LOCS

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Why This Answer Fits

LOCS is the 4-letter answer for the clue "Certain natural hairstyle". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 66A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: LOCS in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
LOCS has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 66A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Certain natural hairstyle", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 66A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 66A

Answer length 4

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

June 21, 2026 Daily / 66A / 4 letters

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