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Excited cry from a kid on the [circled letters] - NYT The Mini Clue
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The phrase "Oh, for heaven's ___!" is an idiomatic expression often completed as "sake," meaning "for the sake of heaven" or "for goodness' sake." It's an exclamation of emphasis, frustration, or plea, commonly used in casual speech, fitting the conversational tone of the clue.
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The answer is PLEX because "cineplex" refers to a multiplex-style cinema complex, and "multiplex" denotes a theater with multiple screens. "PLEX" is the shared suffix for both terms, fitting seamlessly as the ending for “cine” and “multi” in the context of movie theater names.
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The clue "Pelvic bone" directly refers to a specific bone in the pelvic region of the human skeleton. The ilium is the largest of the three bones composing the pelvis (the other two being the ischium and pubis), making "ILIUM" the precise and correct answer.
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The clue "This will ___!" ("Unacceptable!") mimics a spoken reprimand or exclamation, often completed with "not do" to express disapproval or rejection of something inadequate or unacceptable. "NOTDO" fits the blank grammatically, aligns with the context, and matches the tone of the statement.
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The circled letters spell SLIDE, setting the scene. A kid zooming down a slide is likely to shout something excited, and WHEE fits that perfectly.
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The answer "SPIN" fits because ballerinas often perform pirouettes, which involve spinning on one toe (en pointe) as part of their dance movements. The clue describes this graceful and precise motion, making "SPIN" an accurate and concise solution.
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The clue "Permit" serves as a synonym for the answer "ALLOW." Both words mean to give permission for something to happen or to approve. It’s a straightforward definition-based clue with no puns or additional wordplay involved.
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The clue refers to Keith Richards, the legendary guitarist of The Rolling Stones, one of the most famous rock bands in history. "Richards" points to his last name, and his first name, KEITH, is the straightforward answer. This clue uses a direct reference to a well-known figure.
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The answer "EXUDE" means to ooze or emit, often naturally or effortlessly. In this context, radiate refers to something being expressed or projected outward, similar to how energy or a quality like confidence might flow outward from a person or object, tying directly to the definition of EXUDE.
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The answer is MOE because Moe Howard was a member of The Three Stooges comedy group, famously recognized for his distinct bowl-shaped haircut. This clue directly references his iconic look and role as part of the classic slapstick trio.
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Solving today’s NYT Mini Puzzle and stuck on the 4-letter answer to the Excited cry from a kid on the [circled letters] clue? Don’t worry—Lady Puzzle Pro has you covered! Whether you want the answer right away, revealed letter by letter, or this wordplay seems too puzzling, keep reading for the explanation.
Excited cry from a kid on the [circled letters] Answer Explained
The answer is WHEE.
Here’s where the visual element of the puzzle comes into play, the circled letters form the word SLIDE, which gives us a major hint. The clue sets the scene: a kid, clearly having a great time, is on the slide, and lets out an excited cry. The answer is WHEE, a joyful, spontaneous sound that’s practically cartoon-level classic. You might think of yay, woo, or wee, but WHEE fits the energy and length perfectly. This clue is especially fun because it combines a visual element (circled letters) with playful imagination, it really helps to picture the kid mid-slide, arms up, yelling WHEE!
Now that you've cracked the 9A Excited cry from a kid on the [circled letters] clue, you're one step closer to completing today’s Mini Puzzle! If you're still stuck on other clues, don't worry—we've got you covered. Explore more NYT Mini crossword answers right here, or check out our tools for solving the NYT Crossword, Connections, or Strands.
Today’s NYT Mini Highlights
A fun and slightly trickier Friday Mini from Christina Iverson! The use of circled letters added a layer of visual play that felt more like something out of the Daily Crossword. A couple of clues made clever use of quotation marks to signal wordplay or alternate meanings, which added a playful twist and required a little extra thought. Overall, a satisfying solve with just the right mix of straightforward and sneaky.
Here’s what caught our attention today:
- "Oh, for heaven's ___!"
- Ending for "cine" and "multi," in movie theater names
- Pelvic bone
- "This will ___!" ("Unacceptable!")
- Radiate, as energy
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