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Sanskrit name meaning "extraordinary" NYT Crossword Clue

40A | 3 letters

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Why This Answer Fits

APU is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Sanskrit name meaning "extraordinary"". The clue uses a language indicator, so the answer is best checked as a vocabulary or translation entry. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 40A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: APU in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Language clue.
  • APU has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 40A.

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Hint

A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 3-letter pattern.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Sanskrit name meaning "extraordinary"", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a language clue.

  • A language cue is present, so translate or recognize the key term before checking the 3-letter pattern.
  • At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
  • This clue appears at 40A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 40A
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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