NYT Crossword

Some microbuses, in brief NYT Crossword Clue

40D | 3 letters

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Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

VWS is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Some microbuses, in brief". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 40D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: VWS in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • VWS has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 40D.

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Hint

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Some microbuses, in brief", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a abbreviation.

  • The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.
  • At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
  • This clue appears at 40D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 40D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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