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Westernmost territory of the U.S.

Clue

Westernmost territory of the U.S.

Overview

Geography clues require precise political terms. Minis prefer the official designation over colloquial phrasing.

Solving Steps

  1. Identify whether the entry is a state, territory, or possession.
  2. Use crossings to confirm each letter, especially vowels.
  3. Favor concise official names used in reference works.

Letter Patterns

Short place names often include compact vowel-consonant sequences; crossings should remove ambiguity fast.

FAQs

  • How editors distinguish territories vs. states in clues?
  • Best sources for confirming official names.

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