Reference
Reference Notes
The language cue in "Chinese zodiac animal" is the main constraint beyond the answer length.
NYT Mini Crossword
Chinese zodiac animal NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
Use the language cue in the clue, then check the spelling against the 10-letter slot.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a language clue and verify that the 10 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 10-letter pattern.
- At 10 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
- The language cue in "Chinese zodiac animal" is the main constraint beyond the answer length.
- Long entries often include phrase structure, so check word breaks mentally even if the grid removes spaces.
- This clue appears at 1D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
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SNAKETIGER
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
SNAKETIGER is the 10-letter answer for "Chinese zodiac animal" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The language cue narrows the solve to vocabulary, translation, spelling, or a language-specific term.
- Grid entry: SNAKETIGER in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Language clue.
- This is Down at 1D, so use the Across crossings to confirm SNAKETIGER.
- SNAKETIGER has 10 letters, matching the required slot for 1D.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using SNAKETIGER
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View all SNAKETIGER clues Position 1D
Answer length 10
Puzzle type Mini
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Trap
Common Trap
Long entries often include phrase structure, so check word breaks mentally even if the grid removes spaces.
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Down at 1D, so use the Across crossings to confirm SNAKETIGER.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a language clue and verify that the 10 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
April 20, 2026 Mini / 1D / 10 letters
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