Utopian expanse ... a map of which might include 17-, 27- and 48-Across?

Published by Naitik Mehta · March 31, 2026

Stuck on the clue Utopian expanse ... a map of which might include 17-, 27- and 48-Across? from the New York Times Daily for March 31, 2026? We have the correct 11-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?

Clue

Utopian expanse ... a map of which might include 17-, 27- and 48-Across? (11)

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The answer to Utopian expanse ... a map of which might include 17-, 27- and 48-Across? is Fantasyland (11 letters).

What does Utopian expanse ... a map of which might include 17-, 27- and 48-Across? mean?

We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.

utopian

adjective

•relating to an imagined perfect society or place

expanse

noun

•a wide continuous area of something

Where did this clue appear?

This clue appeared as 64-across in the New York Times Daily on March 31, 2026, by Ryan Patrick Smith, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.

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What does Fantasyland mean?

noun

•An ideal place that does not exist in reality.

Origin of the word Fantasyland

•origin: English compound word from 'fantasy' (Greek phantasia) + 'land' (Old English)

•period: 20th century

The term gained widespread recognition after Walt Disney used it to name the fairy tale-themed section of Disneyland when the park opened in 1955.

How to use Fantasyland in a sentence

Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Fantasyland.

•“The theme park's Fantasyland featured enchanted castles, magical forests, and fairy-tale villages that transported visitors to a world of wonder and imagination.”

•“The politician's economic promises were pure fantasyland, completely disconnected from fiscal reality and practical constraints.”

•“After reading too many romance novels, she found herself living in a fantasyland where every relationship would end in happily ever after.”

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What is the answer to Utopian expanse ... a map of which might include 17-, 27- and 48-Across??
The answer is Fantasyland (11 letters).
Where did this clue appear?
This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 31, 2026.
How many letters does the answer to Utopian expanse ... a map of which might include 17-, 27- and 48-Across? have?
The answer has 11 letters: Fantasyland.

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