David Foster Wallace's "Tense Present," e.g. Daily / 62A / 5 letters
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Piece of bacon NYT Crossword Clue
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ESSAY
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
ESSAY is the 5-letter answer for "Piece of bacon" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 9A help confirm the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: ESSAY in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- This is Across at 9A, so use the Down crossings to confirm ESSAY.
- ESSAY has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 9A.
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 9A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 9A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
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Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 9A, so use the Down crossings to confirm ESSAY.
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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History
Clue History
April 17, 2026 Mini / 9A / 5 letters
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