NYT Mini Crossword

Eleven plus two, or twelve plus one NYT Crossword Clue

10A | 8 letters

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THIRTEEN

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

THIRTEEN is the 8-letter answer for "Eleven plus two, or twelve plus one" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 10A help confirm the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: THIRTEEN in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • This is Across at 10A, so use the Down crossings to confirm THIRTEEN.
  • THIRTEEN has 8 letters, matching the required slot for 10A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test an 8-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 8 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test an 8-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • The answer slot has 8 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 10A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 10A
Answer length 8
Puzzle type Mini
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Extra Notes for This Clue

Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Across at 10A, so use the Down crossings to confirm THIRTEEN.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 8 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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Clue History

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