Something's essential aspect ... or what's spelled out by letters in this puzzle's eight "cups" Crossword Clue
13 letters · New York Times · Sunday, March 6, 2022 · 82-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, March 6, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · March 6, 2022 · 82-Across · 13 letters
NAMEOFTHEGAME0 of 13 letters revealed
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The essential element (needed to reach the principal goal or objective); the overall purpose.
noun · fill-in-the-blank
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