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Dough in tamales NYT Crossword Clue

9D | 4 letters

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MASA

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

MASA is the 4-letter answer for "Dough in tamales" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 9D help confirm the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: MASA in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • This is Down at 9D, so use the Across crossings to confirm MASA.
  • MASA has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 9D.

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Hint

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How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 9D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 9D
Answer length 4
Puzzle type Daily
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Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Down at 9D, so use the Across crossings to confirm MASA.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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