May 22, 2026 Daily / 33A / 6 letters
Puzzle clues NYT Crossword
"Neato!" NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 6-letter slot.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue: "Neato!", 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 6-letter slot.
- The answer slot has 6 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 33A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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OHCOOL
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
OHCOOL is the 6-letter answer for the clue: "Neato!". 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 33A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: OHCOOL in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- OHCOOL has 6 letters, matching the required slot for 33A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using OHCOOL
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Answer length 6
Puzzle type Daily
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History
Clue History
May 3, 2026 Daily / 39D / 4 letters
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