NYT Mini Crossword

College reunion attendees NYT Crossword Clue

2D | 5 letters

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ALUMS

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

ALUMS is the 5-letter answer for the clue "College reunion attendees". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Mini Crossword, it appears at 2D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: ALUMS in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
ALUMS has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 2D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "College reunion attendees", 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 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 2D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 2D

Answer length 5

Puzzle type Mini

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Clue History

June 9, 2026 Mini / 2D / 5 letters

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