NYT Crossword

Prime breeding environment for mosquitoes NYT Crossword Clue

19A | 13 letters

Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 13-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 13 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 13-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • At 13 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 19A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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STANDINGWATER

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

STANDINGWATER is the 13-letter answer for "Prime breeding environment for mosquitoes" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 19A help confirm the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: STANDINGWATER in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • This is Across at 19A, so use the Down crossings to confirm STANDINGWATER.
  • STANDINGWATER has 13 letters, matching the required slot for 19A.

Answer history

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Position 19A
Answer length 13
Puzzle type Daily
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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 Across at 19A, so use the Down crossings to confirm STANDINGWATER.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 13 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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Clue History

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