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One-named singer from County Donegal NYT Crossword Clue

1A | 4 letters

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Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

ENYA is the 4-letter answer for the clue "One-named singer from County Donegal". 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 1A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: ENYA in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Reference clue.
ENYA has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 1A.

Answer history

Other NYT Crossword Clues Using ENYA

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 4-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "One-named singer from County Donegal", 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 4-letter slot.
The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 1A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 1A

Answer length 4

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 12, 2026 Daily / 1A / 4 letters

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