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{WC, AC, DC} NYT Crossword Clue

41A | 20 letters

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POWERBEHINDTHETHRONE

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Why This Answer Fits

POWERBEHINDTHETHRONE is the 20-letter answer for the clue "{WC, AC, DC}". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 41A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: POWERBEHINDTHETHRONE in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • POWERBEHINDTHETHRONE has 20 letters, matching the required slot for 41A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 20-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

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For the clue "{WC, AC, DC}", 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 20-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
  • At 20 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
  • This clue appears at 41A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 41A
Answer length 20
Puzzle type Daily
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