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[Z/R]est NYT Crossword Clue

62A | 11 letters

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LIFEORDEATH

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Why This Answer Fits

LIFEORDEATH is the 11-letter answer for the clue "[Z/R]est". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 62A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: LIFEORDEATH in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
LIFEORDEATH has 11 letters, matching the required slot for 62A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test an 11-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "[Z/R]est", 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 an 11-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
At 11 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
This clue appears at 62A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 62A

Answer length 11

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

July 8, 2026 Daily / 62A / 11 letters

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