NYT Mini Crossword

What cotton candy is made of NYT Crossword Clue

12A | 5 letters

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SUGAR

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Why This Answer Fits

SUGAR is the 5-letter answer for the clue "What cotton candy is made of". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Mini Crossword, it appears at 12A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: SUGAR in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Direct clue.
  • SUGAR has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 12A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "What cotton candy is made of", 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 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 at 12A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 12A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Mini
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