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Sore spots for gardeners, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue

50A | 8 letters

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KNEECAPS

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

KNEECAPS is the 8-letter answer for "Sore spots for gardeners, perhaps" in the NYT Crossword. The clue frames the answer as an example or category relationship, so compare both the clue wording and the answer length.

  • Grid entry: KNEECAPS in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Example clue.
  • This is Across at 50A, so use the Down crossings to confirm KNEECAPS.
  • KNEECAPS has 8 letters, matching the required slot for 50A.

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Hint

The wording suggests an example/category relationship, not always a direct synonym.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a example clue and verify that the 8 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • The wording suggests an example or category relationship. Look for an 8-letter answer that can satisfy the example.
  • The answer slot has 8 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • An example clue may ask for a category, member, or related term, so crossings matter.
  • This clue appears at 50A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 50A
Answer length 8
Puzzle type Daily
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Extra Notes for This Clue

Trap

Common Trap

An example clue may ask for a category, member, or related term, so crossings matter.

Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Across at 50A, so use the Down crossings to confirm KNEECAPS.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a example clue and verify that the 8 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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Clue History

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