Classic lunchbox staple, informally

Answer:

PBANDJ

Hint:

Think of a sticky, no-cook sandwich that pairs two spreads between bread—one nutty, one sweet—and is a childhood favorite. Its initials spell out the answer.

Explanation:

This clue hints at a well-known sandwich often packed in kids' lunches. "Classic lunchbox staple" points to something simple and popular, while "informally" suggests a casual or abbreviated name. "PBANDJ" is shorthand for peanut butter and jelly, a quick and easy sandwich that’s been a lunch favorite for decades. The answer plays on the common nickname rather than spelling out the full phrase.

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General solving tip

When a clue says 'informally,' 'slangily,' or 'casually,' think slang, clipped forms, or texting abbreviations. Try the short casual word you'd use in speech or a message.

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