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No-no for the lactose intolerant NYT Crossword Clue

4A | 5 letters

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DAIRY

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Why This Answer Fits

DAIRY is the 5-letter answer for the clue "No-no for the lactose intolerant". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Mini Crossword, it appears at 4A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: DAIRY in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
DAIRY has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 4A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "No-no for the lactose intolerant", 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 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 4A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 4A

Answer length 5

Puzzle type Mini

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Clue History

June 21, 2026 Mini / 4A / 5 letters

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