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Restaurant icon McDonald NYT Crossword Clue

49A | 6 letters

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RONALD

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Why This Answer Fits

RONALD is the 6-letter answer for the clue "Restaurant icon McDonald". 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: RONALD in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
RONALD has 6 letters, matching the required slot for 49A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 6-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Restaurant icon McDonald", 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 6-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 6 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 49A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 49A

Answer length 6

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

June 25, 2026 Daily / 49A / 6 letters

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