Reference
Reference Notes
This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Like "status quo" and "mea culpa"", so spelling and context are important.
NYT Mini Crossword
Like "status quo" and "mea culpa" NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
Identify the named person, title, quote, or cultural reference before checking the grid length.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 5-letter slot.
- The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Like "status quo" and "mea culpa"", so spelling and context are important.
- This clue appears at 6A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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LATIN
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
LATIN is the 5-letter answer for "Like "status quo" and "mea culpa"" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The clue relies on a specific name, title, quote, or cultural reference, so exact spelling matters more than broad synonym matching.
- Grid entry: LATIN in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- This is Across at 6A, so use the Down crossings to confirm LATIN.
- LATIN has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 6A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using LATIN
We have not seen many previous NYT clues for this answer yet.
View all LATIN clues Position 6A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 6A, so use the Down crossings to confirm LATIN.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
April 17, 2026 Mini / 6A / 5 letters
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