NYT Crossword

Element whose name comes from the Greek for "inactive" NYT Crossword Clue

41D | 5 letters

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ARGON

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Why This Answer Fits

ARGON is the 5-letter answer for the clue "Element whose name comes from the Greek for "inactive"". The clue uses a language indicator, so the answer is best checked as a vocabulary or translation entry. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 41D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: ARGON in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Language clue.
  • ARGON has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 41D.

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Hint

A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 5-letter pattern.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Element whose name comes from the Greek for "inactive"", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a language clue.

  • A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 5-letter pattern.
  • The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 41D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 41D
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Daily
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