NYT Crossword

With 30-Down, power-up that supersizes this puzzle's subject NYT Crossword Clue

87D | 8 letters

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MUSHROOM

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Why This Answer Fits

MUSHROOM is the 8-letter answer for the clue "With 30-Down, power-up that supersizes this puzzle's subject". The clue depends on a neighboring referenced entry, so the answer works as part of a paired or linked solve. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 87D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: MUSHROOM in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Cross-reference.
  • MUSHROOM has 8 letters, matching the required slot for 87D.

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Hint

This clue points to another grid entry. Check the referenced clue first, then fit this 8-letter answer into the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "With 30-Down, power-up that supersizes this puzzle's subject", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a cross-reference.

  • This clue points to another grid entry. Check the referenced clue first, then fit this 8-letter answer into the crossings.
  • The answer slot has 8 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
  • This clue appears at 87D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 87D
Answer length 8
Puzzle type Daily
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