July 10, 2026 Mini / 6A / 5 letters
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Unit of weight whose abbreviation ends in "z" NYT Crossword Clue
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OUNCE
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Why This Answer Fits
OUNCE is the 5-letter answer for the clue "Unit of weight whose abbreviation ends in "z"". 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 6A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: OUNCE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- OUNCE has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 6A.
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This clue is asking for a compact abbreviation-style entry.
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Read the clue type first
For the clue "Unit of weight whose abbreviation ends in "z"", 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 6A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 6A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
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