Burj Khalifa's home, in brief Daily / 57D / 3 letters
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Dubai's country, for short NYT Crossword Clue
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UAE
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
UAE is the 3-letter answer for "Dubai's country, for short" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The clue includes an abbreviation cue, which explains why the entry is a compact crossword form instead of a longer phrase.
- Grid entry: UAE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _.
- Clue type: Abbreviation.
- This is Down at 2D, so use the Across crossings to confirm UAE.
- UAE has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 2D.
Hint
The clue points toward a shortened form, initials, or crossword-style abbreviation.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a abbreviation and verify that the 3 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- 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.
- Do not expand the answer into a full word or phrase if the clue asks for a shortened form.
- This clue appears at 2D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 2D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Mini
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Trap
Common Trap
Do not expand the answer into a full word or phrase if the clue asks for a shortened form.
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Down at 2D, so use the Across crossings to confirm UAE.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a abbreviation and verify that the 3 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
April 18, 2026 Mini / 2D / 3 letters
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