NYT Crossword

Novelty dance with comical elbow-flapping NYT Crossword Clue

47A | 12 letters

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FUNKYCHICKEN

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

FUNKYCHICKEN is the 12-letter answer for the clue "Novelty dance with comical elbow-flapping". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 47A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: FUNKYCHICKEN in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • FUNKYCHICKEN has 12 letters, matching the required slot for 47A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 12-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Novelty dance with comical elbow-flapping", 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 12-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • At 12 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
  • This clue appears at 47A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 47A
Answer length 12
Puzzle type Daily
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