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Inheritance source, for good or ill NYT Crossword Clue

14A | 14 letters

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GENETICLOTTERY

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Why This Answer Fits

GENETICLOTTERY is the 14-letter answer for the clue "Inheritance source, for good or ill". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 14A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: GENETICLOTTERY in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • GENETICLOTTERY has 14 letters, matching the required slot for 14A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 14-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Inheritance source, for good or ill", 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 14-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • At 14 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
  • This clue appears at 14A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 14A
Answer length 14
Puzzle type Daily
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