NYT Crossword

Chef's complimentary bite NYT Crossword Clue

17A | 11 letters

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AMUSEBOUCHE

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Why This Answer Fits

AMUSEBOUCHE is the 11-letter answer for the clue "Chef's complimentary bite". 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 17A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: AMUSEBOUCHE in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • AMUSEBOUCHE has 11 letters, matching the required slot for 17A.

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into an 11-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Chef's complimentary bite", 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 an 11-letter slot.
  • At 11 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
  • This clue appears at 17A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 17A
Answer length 11
Puzzle type Daily
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