NYT Mini Crossword

Person I used to be, before some personal growth NYT Crossword Clue

3D | 5 letters

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OLDME

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Why This Answer Fits

OLDME is the 5-letter answer for "Person I used to be, before some personal growth" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 3D help confirm the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: OLDME in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • This is Down at 3D, so use the Across crossings to confirm OLDME.
  • OLDME has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 3D.

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Hint

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

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • 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 3D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 3D
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
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Crossing Notes

This is Down at 3D, so use the Across crossings to confirm OLDME.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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