“Brilliant example” crossword clue
Answer
G
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•••GEM
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.GEM is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Brilliant example”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 18, 2026, where it runs at 42 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jul 18, 2026 grid33DActor who plays the title role on TV's "Andor"9 ltrs›36DClassic Easter treat8 ltrs›39DItems frozen in cryopreservation7 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 18, 20261AUnite, with "up"4 ltrs›5AMany an extra in the "Lord of the Rings" movies3 ltrs›8ALike fondue, traditionally5 ltrs›13ANairobi-based collection of NGOs5 ltrs›15ARestriction on how much one can serve9 ltrs›17AConductor's reference5 ltrs›18AOpportunity to compare notes, perhaps9 ltrs›19AVery traditional sort6 ltrs›
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