NYT Crossword

Opposite of "stay silent" NYT Crossword Clue

53A | 4 letters

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SING

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

SING works because the clue asks for a direct opposite.

  • Grid entry: SING in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • SING has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 53A.

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Hint

Look for the direct opposite; the entry has 4 characters.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Opposite of "stay silent"", 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 53A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 53A
Answer length 4
Puzzle type Daily
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