NYT Crossword

Citrusy Japanese sauce NYT Crossword Clue

19A | 5 letters

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PONZU

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

PONZU is the 5-letter answer for the clue "Citrusy Japanese sauce". The clue uses a language indicator, so the answer is best checked as a vocabulary or translation entry. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 19A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: PONZU in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Language clue.
  • PONZU has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 19A.

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Hint

A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 5-letter pattern.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Citrusy Japanese sauce", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a language clue.

  • A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 5-letter pattern.
  • The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 19A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 19A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Daily
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