NYT Crossword

World of Warcraft, e.g., in brief NYT Crossword Clue

56D | 3 letters

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Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

RPG is the 3-letter answer for the clue "World of Warcraft, e.g., in brief". The clue's abbreviation cue explains why the answer is entered in a shortened crossword form. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 56D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

  • Grid entry: RPG in the grid.
  • Answer pattern: _ _ _.
  • Clue type: Abbreviation.
  • RPG has 3 letters, matching the required slot for 56D.

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Hint

The clue points toward a shortened form. Expect a 3-letter compact entry and watch for initials or common abbreviations.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "World of Warcraft, e.g., in brief", 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 56D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Position 56D
Answer length 3
Puzzle type Daily
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