Get-out-of-jail-free card, so to speak Daily / 7D / 7 letters
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Legal immunity, as granted through a pardon NYT Crossword Clue
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AMNESTY
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
AMNESTY is the 7-letter answer for "Legal immunity, as granted through a pardon" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 7D help confirm the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: AMNESTY in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- This is Down at 7D, so use the Across crossings to confirm AMNESTY.
- AMNESTY has 7 letters, matching the required slot for 7D.
Hint
Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 7-letter synonym or phrase.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 7 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 7-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
- The answer slot has 7 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 7D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 7D
Answer length 7
Puzzle type Mini
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Down at 7D, so use the Across crossings to confirm AMNESTY.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 7 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
April 25, 2026 Mini / 7D / 7 letters
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