Pixar franchise in which buses and taxis exist, despite serving seemingly no purpose Daily / 16A / 4 letters
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"Just What I Needed" band, with "the" NYT Crossword Clue
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CARS
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
CARS is the 4-letter answer for the clue "Just What I Needed" band, with "the". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 4D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: CARS in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- CARS has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 4D.
Hint
This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 4-letter slot.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue "Just What I Needed" band, with "the", 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 4-letter slot.
- The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 4D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 4D
Answer length 4
Puzzle type Daily
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History
Clue History
June 17, 2026 Daily / 4D / 4 letters
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