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What a big hand indicates: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue

6D | 3 letters

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Why This Answer Fits

MIN is the 3-letter answer for the clue "What a big hand indicates: Abbr.". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 6D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: MIN in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _.
Clue type: Abbreviation.
MIN has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 6D.

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Hint

This clue is asking for a compact abbreviation-style entry.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "What a big hand indicates: Abbr.", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a abbreviation.

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.
At 3 letters, this is a compact entry, so one crossing letter can change the solve quickly.
This clue appears at 6D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 6D

Answer length 3

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 16, 2026 Daily / 6D / 3 letters

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