Ben Jonson wrote one to himself Daily / 20A / 3 letters
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Form of poetry Pablo Neruda used to praise socks, onions and salt NYT Crossword Clue
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ODE
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Why This Answer Fits
ODE is the 3-letter answer for "Form of poetry Pablo Neruda used to praise socks, onions and salt" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 11A help confirm the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: ODE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- This is Across at 11A, so use the Down crossings to confirm ODE.
- ODE has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 11A.
Answer history
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Puzzle clues 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 11A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 11A
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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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 Across at 11A, so use the Down crossings to confirm ODE.
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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History
Clue History
April 21, 2026 Daily / 11A / 3 letters
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