NYT Mini Crossword

Video game with falling pieces NYT Crossword Clue

10A | 6 letters

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TETRIS

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

TETRIS is the 6-letter answer for "Video game with falling pieces" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 10A help confirm the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: TETRIS in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • This is Across at 10A, so use the Down crossings to confirm TETRIS.
  • TETRIS has 6 letters, matching the required slot for 10A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 6-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 6 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 6-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • The answer slot has 6 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 10A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 10A
Answer length 6
Puzzle type Mini
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Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Across at 10A, so use the Down crossings to confirm TETRIS.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 6 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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