NYT Crossword

Lions and Bears are in it, in brief NYT Crossword Clue

42D | 3 letters

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Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

NFC is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Lions and Bears are in it, in brief". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 42D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: NFC in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • NFC has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 42D.

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Hint

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Lions and Bears are in it, in brief", 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 42D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 42D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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