June 5, 2026 Daily / 49A / 15 letters
Puzzle clues NYT Crossword
Provide proactive help, in a way NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 15-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue: Provide proactive help, in a way, 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 15-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
- At 15 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
- This clue appears at 49A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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RUNINTERFERENCE
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
RUNINTERFERENCE is the 15-letter answer for the clue: Provide proactive help, in a way. The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 49A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: RUNINTERFERENCE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- RUNINTERFERENCE has 15 letters, matching the required slot for 49A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using RUNINTERFERENCE
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Answer length 15
Puzzle type Daily
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