NYT Crossword

Clever chap NYT Crossword Clue

37A | 15 letters

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INTELLIGENTGENT

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Why This Answer Fits

INTELLIGENTGENT is the 15-letter answer for the clue "Clever chap". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 37A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: INTELLIGENTGENT in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • INTELLIGENTGENT has 15 letters, matching the required slot for 37A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 15-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Clever chap", 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 15-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • At 15 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
  • This clue appears at 37A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 37A
Answer length 15
Puzzle type Daily
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