NYT Crossword

Enemy lair where 24-Across is held captive NYT Crossword Clue

110A | 13 letters

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BOWSERSCASTLE

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Why This Answer Fits

BOWSERSCASTLE is the 13-letter answer for the clue "Enemy lair where 24-Across is held captive". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 110A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: BOWSERSCASTLE in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • BOWSERSCASTLE has 13 letters, matching the required slot for 110A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 13-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Enemy lair where 24-Across is held captive", 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 13-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • At 13 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
  • This clue appears at 110A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 110A
Answer length 13
Puzzle type Daily
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