June 10, 2026 Daily / 7D / 15 letters
Puzzle clues NYT Crossword
Global "club" with only eight members, each of which appears in circled letters with its country code NYT Crossword Clue
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Hint
This clue is asking for a compact abbreviation-style entry.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue: Global "club" with only eight members, each of which appears in circled letters with its country code, first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a abbreviation.
- The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 15-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.
- At 15 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
- This clue appears at 7D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
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WORLDCUPWINNERS
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
WORLDCUPWINNERS is the 15-letter answer for the clue: Global "club" with only eight members, each of which appears in circled letters with its country code. The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 7D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: WORLDCUPWINNERS in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Abbreviation.
- WORLDCUPWINNERS has 15 letters, matching the required slot for 7D.
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Answer length 15
Puzzle type Daily
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