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Letter that can take a cedilla NYT Crossword Clue

51D | 3 letters

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CEE

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

CEE is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Letter that can take a cedilla". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 51D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: CEE in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _.
Clue type: Abbreviation.
CEE has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 51D.

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Hint

This clue is asking for a compact abbreviation-style entry.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Letter that can take a cedilla", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a abbreviation.

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.
At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
This clue appears at 51D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 51D

Answer length 3

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 28, 2026 Daily / 51D / 3 letters

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