NYT Crossword

Class for immigrants, in brief NYT Crossword Clue

9D | 3 letters

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Hint

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue: Class for immigrants, in brief, first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a abbreviation.

  • The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.
  • At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
  • This clue appears at 9D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
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ESL

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

ESL is the 3-letter answer for the clue: Class for immigrants, in brief. The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 9D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: ESL in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • ESL has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 9D.

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Position 9D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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