NYT Crossword

Villain in the Bible's Christmas story NYT Crossword Clue

14A | 5 letters

Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.

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Hint

Identify the named person, title, quote, or cultural reference before checking the grid length.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

  • Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Villain in the Bible's Christmas story", so spelling and context are important.
  • This clue appears at 14A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
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HEROD

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

HEROD is the 5-letter answer for "Villain in the Bible's Christmas story" in the NYT Crossword. The clue relies on a specific name, title, quote, or cultural reference, so exact spelling matters more than broad synonym matching.

  • Grid entry: HEROD in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Reference clue.
  • This is Across at 14A, so use the Down crossings to confirm HEROD.
  • HEROD has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 14A.

Answer history

Other NYT Crossword Clues Using HEROD

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Position 14A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Daily
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Extra Notes for This Clue

Reference

Reference Notes

This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Villain in the Bible's Christmas story", so spelling and context are important.

Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Across at 14A, so use the Down crossings to confirm HEROD.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

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