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Soul singer Adams NYT Crossword Clue

70A | 5 letters

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OLETA

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Why This Answer Fits

OLETA is the 5-letter answer for the clue "Soul singer Adams". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 70A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: OLETA in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Reference clue.
OLETA has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 70A.

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Hint

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 5-letter slot.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Soul singer Adams", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a reference clue.

This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 5-letter slot.
The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 70A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 70A

Answer length 5

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 2, 2026 Daily / 70A / 5 letters

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