NYT Mini Crossword

Instrument in the bluegrass classic "Foggy Mountain Breakdown" NYT Crossword Clue

1A | 5 letters

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BANJO

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

BANJO is the 5-letter answer for the clue "Instrument in the bluegrass classic "Foggy Mountain Breakdown"". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Mini Crossword, it appears at 1A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: BANJO in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • BANJO has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 1A.

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 5-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Instrument in the bluegrass classic "Foggy Mountain Breakdown"", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a reference clue.

  • This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 5-letter slot.
  • The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 1A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 1A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
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