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NYT Crossword
Early advantage ... or a hint to the beginnings of 17-, 25-, 36- and 49-Across NYT Crossword Clue
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FLYINGSTART
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
FLYINGSTART is the 11-letter answer for "Early advantage ... or a hint to the beginnings of 17-, 25-, 36- and 49-Across" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 57A help confirm the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: FLYINGSTART in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- This is Across at 57A, so use the Down crossings to confirm FLYINGSTART.
- FLYINGSTART has 11 letters, matching the required slot for 57A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using FLYINGSTART
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Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test an 11-letter synonym or phrase.
How to solve it
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Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 11 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test an 11-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
- At 11 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
- Long entries often include phrase structure, so check word breaks mentally even if the grid removes spaces.
- This clue appears at 57A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 57A
Answer length 11
Puzzle type Daily
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 57A, so use the Down crossings to confirm FLYINGSTART.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 11 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
April 21, 2026 Daily / 57A / 11 letters
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