NYT Crossword

Heavy books NYT Crossword Clue

51D | 5 letters

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TOMES

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

TOMES is the 5-letter answer for the clue "Heavy books". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 51D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: TOMES in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
TOMES has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 51D.

Answer history

Other NYT Crossword Clues Using TOMES

"The Complete Works of ..." books, say Daily / 7D / 5 letters

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Heavy books", 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 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 51D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 51D

Answer length 5

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

June 15, 2026 Daily / 51D / 5 letters

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