Bottom of a long column, say Daily / 21A / 5 letters
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"___ Recall" (1990 sci-fi film) NYT Crossword Clue
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TOTAL
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
TOTAL is the 5-letter answer for the clue ""___ Recall" (1990 sci-fi film)". The answer supplies the missing word or phrase in the clue, so reading the clue aloud with the answer inserted is the quickest check. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 26A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: TOTAL in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Fill-in-the-blank.
- TOTAL has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 26A.
Hint
The blank is doing most of the work here. Look for a 5-letter entry that completes the phrase naturally.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue ""___ Recall" (1990 sci-fi film)", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a fill-in-the-blank.
- The blank is doing most of the work here. Look for a 5-letter entry that completes the phrase naturally.
- The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 26A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 26A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Daily
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History
Clue History
June 17, 2026 Daily / 26A / 5 letters
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