NYT Crossword

Prison design that allows one guard to keep watch on all the inmates NYT Crossword Clue

28D | 10 letters

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PANOPTICON

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Why This Answer Fits

PANOPTICON is the 10-letter answer for the clue "Prison design that allows one guard to keep watch on all the inmates". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 28D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: PANOPTICON in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • PANOPTICON has 10 letters, matching the required slot for 28D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 10-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Prison design that allows one guard to keep watch on all the inmates", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

  • 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.
  • This clue appears at 28D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 28D
Answer length 10
Puzzle type Daily
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