NYT Mini Crossword

Egg cells NYT Crossword Clue

11D | 3 letters

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OVA

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

OVA is the 3-letter answer for "Egg cells" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 11D help confirm the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: OVA in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • This is Down at 11D, so use the Across crossings to confirm OVA.
  • OVA has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 11D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 3-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 3 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 3-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
  • Short entries are sensitive to crossings; one wrong letter can produce several plausible-looking answers.
  • This clue appears at 11D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 11D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Mini
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Extra Notes for This Clue

Trap

Common Trap

Short entries are sensitive to crossings; one wrong letter can produce several plausible-looking answers.

Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Down at 11D, so use the Across crossings to confirm OVA.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 3 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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