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Nabokov novel NYT Crossword Clue

15D | 3 letters

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Why This Answer Fits

ADA is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Nabokov novel". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 15D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: ADA in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
ADA has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 15D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 3-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Nabokov novel", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 3-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
This clue appears at 15D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 15D

Answer length 3

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 19, 2026 Daily / 15D / 3 letters

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