Cooking fat Daily / 49D / 4 letters
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Embellish as with unnecessary words NYT Crossword Clue
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LARD
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
LARD is the 4-letter answer for the clue "Embellish as with unnecessary words". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 16D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: LARD in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- LARD has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 16D.
Hint
Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue "Embellish as with unnecessary words", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.
- Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
- The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 16D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 16D
Answer length 4
Puzzle type Daily
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History
Clue History
July 12, 2026 Daily / 16D / 4 letters
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