NYT Crossword

Leaves the slip, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue

63A | 5 letters

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SAILS

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

SAILS is the 5-letter answer for "Leaves the slip, perhaps" in the NYT Crossword. The clue frames the answer as an example or category relationship, so compare both the clue wording and the answer length.

  • Grid entry: SAILS in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Example clue.
  • This is Across at 63A, so use the Down crossings to confirm SAILS.
  • SAILS has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 63A.

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Hint

The wording suggests an example/category relationship, not always a direct synonym.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a example clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • The wording suggests an example or category relationship. Look for a 5-letter answer that can satisfy the example.
  • The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • An example clue may ask for a category, member, or related term, so crossings matter.
  • This clue appears at 63A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 63A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Daily
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Extra Notes for This Clue

Trap

Common Trap

An example clue may ask for a category, member, or related term, so crossings matter.

Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Across at 63A, so use the Down crossings to confirm SAILS.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a example clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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History

Clue History

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