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Modern home of ancient Mesopotamia NYT Crossword Clue

2D | 4 letters

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IRAQ

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Why This Answer Fits

IRAQ is the 4-letter answer for "Modern home of ancient Mesopotamia" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 2D help confirm the exact spelling.

Grid entry: IRAQ in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
This is Down at 2D, so use the Across crossings to confirm IRAQ.
IRAQ has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 2D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 2D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 2D

Answer length 4

Puzzle type Daily

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Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Down at 2D, so use the Across crossings to confirm IRAQ.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Clue History

April 17, 2026 Daily / 2D / 4 letters

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