Called in the past Crossword Clue

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Its time to solve "Called in the past" crossword clue for today's "Wall Street Journal" daily crossword.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Called in the past" with the answer "NEE" is a common crossword puzzle pairing frequently seen in word games. Here's why this answer fits perfectly:

1. Historical Context: "NEE" is a term used to indicate a woman's maiden name, suggesting the name she was called in the past before marriage.
2. Linguistic Association: In French, "née" means "born," and when used in English, "nee" denotes a former name, thus connecting the past reference in the clue.
3. Crossword Convention: Crossword puzzles often use abbreviations or short forms like "NEE" for concise yet precise answers that fit the grid and align with the clue's context.

By understanding the subtle nuances of wording and associations in crossword clues like these, puzzlers can enhance their problem-solving skills and enjoyment of cracking the puzzle grid!

Definition of "NEE"

originally called; born (used in giving a married woman's maiden name after her surname)

Example :

Mary Toogood, née Johnson

 The Crossword clue "Called in the past" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Wall Street Journal	27 December 2017	NEE