Quip, part 3
Published by Naitik Mehta · April 1, 2026
Stuck on the clue Quip, part 3 from the New York Times Daily for April 1, 2026? We have the correct 12-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Quip, part 3 (12)
Answer
The answer to Quip, part 3 is Second In Line (12 letters).
Some cells in this answer were drawn with a circle in the original puzzle — these often flag a hidden theme.
Why does Second In Line fit this clue?
This entry has one circled cell at position 9, containing the letter 'I' from the word 'Line' in the answer SECOND IN LINE. The circled letter likely marks a thematic element that connects with other entries in the puzzle, as 'Quip, part 3' indicates this answer is the third segment of a multi-part joke or saying spread across the grid. The clue works as a cross-reference to build a longer quotation or punchline. SECOND IN LINE means being next after the first person in a queue or order of succession, referring to someone who holds the position immediately following the leader in any hierarchical arrangement.
What does Quip, part 3 mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
quip
noun
•a witty remark or clever saying
verb
•to make a witty or sarcastic comment
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 43-across in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026, by Jess Shulman and Amie Walker, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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NYT Daily — Apr 1, 2026
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What does Second In Line mean?
phrase
•the person or thing that comes next after the first in a sequence or hierarchy, especially referring to succession of authority or position
How to use Second In Line in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Second In Line.
•“After the crown prince abdicated, his younger brother found himself second in line to the throne.”
•“When the manager was promoted, Sarah became second in line for the department head position.”
•“At the coffee shop, I was second in line behind a woman ordering a complicated drink with multiple modifications.”
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The New York Times Daily for April 1, 2026 was published by Jess Shulman and Amie Walker and has 76 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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Frequently asked questions about Quip, part 3
- What is the answer to Quip, part 3?
- The answer is Second In Line (12 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Quip, part 3 have?
- The answer has 12 letters: Second In Line.
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Puzzle
NYT Daily — Apr 1, 2026
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editor
Will Shortz
date
position
43 Across
answer length
12 letters