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What fighter pilots fight, for short NYT Crossword Clue

73A | 7 letters

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GFORCES

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

GFORCES is the 7-letter answer for the clue "What fighter pilots fight, for short". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 73A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: GFORCES in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • GFORCES has 7 letters, matching the required slot for 73A.

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Hint

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 7-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "What fighter pilots fight, for short", 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 7-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.
  • The answer slot has 7 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 73A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 73A
Answer length 7
Puzzle type Daily
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