July 23, 2026 Daily / 53A / 3 letters
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Wholly, but not holey or holy, e.g.: Abbr. NYT Crossword Clue
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Why This Answer Fits
ADV is the 3-letter answer for the clue "Wholly, but not holey or holy, e.g.: Abbr.". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 53A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: ADV in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _.
- Clue type: Abbreviation.
- ADV has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 53A.
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This clue is asking for a compact abbreviation-style entry.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue "Wholly, but not holey or holy, e.g.: 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 53A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 53A
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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