___ suit (4) NYT Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from August 10, 2024
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Updated Aug 10, 2024
___ suit (4) NYT Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to___ suit (4) NYT for the August 10, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 4 letters. Start with Z and end with T, and the possible solutions are ZEST, ZAKAT, ZOOT.
Here is the right answer to the crossword clue___ suit (4) NYT featured in the NYT puzzle. The correct answer to this clue is ZOOT.
The crossword clue "___ suit" with the answer "ZOOT" refers to a distinctive style of suit that became popular in the 1930s and 1940s. Characterized by its high-waisted, wide-lapelled jacket and excessively padded shoulders, the zoot suit was known for its flamboyant and extravagant design. It was often worn with high-waisted, tapered trousers and a long, narrow tie, creating a dramatic silhouette.
The zoot suit emerged from African American, Latino, and Italian American communities and became a symbol of defiance against the social norms of the time. Despite its association with cultural pride, it also faced controversy, particularly during World War II, when it was criticized for its perceived extravagance and excess during wartime rationing.
This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on August 10, 2024. You can also get all other NYT hints and answers here.
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