NYT Mini Crossword

Terse way of saying "I'd like to speak with you" NYT Crossword Clue

4A | 5 letters

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AWORD

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Why This Answer Fits

AWORD is the 5-letter answer for the clue "Terse way of saying "I'd like to speak with you"". The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Mini Crossword, it appears at 4A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: AWORD in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • AWORD has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 4A.

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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 "Terse way of saying "I'd like to speak with you"", 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 4A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 4A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
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