NYT Crossword

Italian liquor distilled from winemaking leftovers NYT Crossword Clue

45A | 6 letters

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Hint

A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 6-letter pattern.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue: Italian liquor distilled from winemaking leftovers, first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a language clue.

  • A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 6-letter pattern.
  • The answer slot has 6 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 45A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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GRAPPA

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Why This Answer Fits

GRAPPA is the 6-letter answer for the clue: Italian liquor distilled from winemaking leftovers. The clue uses a language indicator, so the answer is best checked as a vocabulary or translation entry. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 45A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: GRAPPA in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Language clue.
  • GRAPPA has 6 letters, matching the required slot for 45A.

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Position 45A
Answer length 6
Puzzle type Daily
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