NYT Crossword

Musical with the song "What's the Use of Wond'rin'?" NYT Crossword Clue

43D | 8 letters

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CAROUSEL

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Why This Answer Fits

CAROUSEL is the 8-letter answer for the clue "Musical with the song "What's the Use of Wond'rin'?"". 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: CAROUSEL in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • CAROUSEL has 8 letters, matching the required slot for 43D.

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into an 8-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Musical with the song "What's the Use of Wond'rin'?"", 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 an 8-letter slot.
  • The answer slot has 8 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 43D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 43D
Answer length 8
Puzzle type Daily
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