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Theoretical world coexisting with ours ... as depicted in this puzzle NYT Crossword Clue

53A | 16 letters

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PARALLELUNIVERSE

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Why This Answer Fits

PARALLELUNIVERSE is the 16-letter answer for the clue "Theoretical world coexisting with ours ... as depicted in this puzzle". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 53A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: PARALLELUNIVERSE in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
PARALLELUNIVERSE has 16 letters, matching the required slot for 53A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 16-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Theoretical world coexisting with ours ... as depicted in this puzzle", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 16-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
At 16 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
This clue appears at 53A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 53A

Answer length 16

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 1, 2026 Daily / 53A / 16 letters

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