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Sitar virtuoso Shankar NYT Crossword Clue

29D | 4 letters

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RAVI

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Why This Answer Fits

RAVI is the 4-letter answer for "Sitar virtuoso Shankar" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 29D help confirm the exact spelling.

Grid entry: RAVI in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
This is Down at 29D, so use the Across crossings to confirm RAVI.
RAVI has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 29D.

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Hint

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How to solve it

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Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 29D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 29D

Answer length 4

Puzzle type Daily

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Crossing Notes

This is Down at 29D, so use the Across crossings to confirm RAVI.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 4 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Clue History

April 27, 2026 Daily / 29D / 4 letters

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