Eschews English, say Daily / 5A / 10 letters
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Plays hooky NYT Crossword Clue
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SKIPSCLASS
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
SKIPSCLASS is the 10-letter answer for "Plays hooky" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 29D help confirm the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: SKIPSCLASS in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- This is Down at 29D, so use the Across crossings to confirm SKIPSCLASS.
- SKIPSCLASS has 10 letters, matching the required slot for 29D.
Hint
Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 10-letter synonym or phrase.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 10 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 10-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
- At 10 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
- Long entries often include phrase structure, so check word breaks mentally even if the grid removes spaces.
- This clue appears at 29D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 29D
Answer length 10
Puzzle type Daily
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Trap
Common Trap
Long entries often include phrase structure, so check word breaks mentally even if the grid removes spaces.
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Down at 29D, so use the Across crossings to confirm SKIPSCLASS.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 10 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
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History
Clue History
May 4, 2026 Daily / 29D / 10 letters
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