NYT Crossword

"Little old me?" NYT Crossword Clue

43D | 3 letters

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 3-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue: "Little old me?", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a reference clue.

  • This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 3-letter slot.
  • At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
  • This clue appears at 43D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
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MOI

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

MOI is the 3-letter answer for the clue: "Little old me?". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 43D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: MOI in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • MOI has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 43D.

Answer history

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Position 43D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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