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Apt name for a pet groundhog? - NYT The Mini Clue
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A "WATCH" is a timepiece worn on the arm with two "hands" (hour and minute) that move to indicate time. This clever pun combines literal and figurative meanings of "hands" and "arm."
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The answer is IDAHO because Shoshone Falls, a famous waterfall often called the "Niagara of the West," is located on the Snake River near Twin Falls, Idaho. The clue directly references this geographical landmark, which is a notable feature of the state.
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The term "NEXUS" means a connection, link, or central point where multiple things meet or are linked. The clue "Linking point" directly describes this definition, making NEXUS the correct and fitting answer. It encapsulates the idea of a central hub or connection point effectively.
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The clue "Vote into office" directly defines the action of selecting someone for a position through voting. "ELECT" is the correct answer as it means to choose someone for a role or office, typically by casting votes in an election. This aligns perfectly with the clue.
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The clue "Seats for office workers" refers to a workspace-related item where office workers typically sit and work. While "seats" might imply chairs, it metaphorically points to desks, as desks are the primary sitting and working stations in offices. Thus, DESKS is the correct answer.
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The phrase "wined and dined" is an expression meaning to entertain someone lavishly with food and drink, often involving wine. In the clue "___ and dined," "WINED" completes the well-known pairing due to its connection to fine dining and celebration.
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The answer is ADELE because she is the Grammy-winning British singer who performed the hit songs "Hello" and "Skyfall." "Skyfall" is the theme song for the James Bond movie of the same name, and "Hello" is one of her most famous ballads.
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The clue "Some paycheck withholdings" refers to amounts deducted from an employee's paycheck. A common type of deduction from paychecks is TAXES, such as income taxes or payroll taxes, which are withheld by employers and remitted to government authorities. Hence, the answer is TAXES.
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The answer "CHUCK" works as a pun. Groundhogs are also known as woodchucks, so naming a pet groundhog "Chuck" is a playful and fitting choice. The question mark in the clue signals the humorous wordplay.
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On "Saturday Night Live" (S.N.L.), the most notable or "Very Important People" (V.I.P.s) are the HOSTS. Each episode features a celebrity host who performs in sketches and monologues, making "HOSTS" the fitting answer for this clue.
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Solving today’s NYT Mini Puzzle and stuck on the 5-letter answer to the Apt name for a pet groundhog? 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.
Apt name for a pet groundhog? Answer Explained
The answer is CHUCK.
This is a fun pun that plays on a familiar tongue twister: "How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?" A groundhog and a woodchuck are actually the same animal, so naming a pet groundhog CHUCK is perfectly "apt." The clue isn't asking for a common pet name but one that's especially fitting because it borrows the second half of the animal's alternate name. If you make the connection between groundhog and woodchuck, the joke clicks immediately, making this one of the more playful clues in the puzzle.
Now that you've cracked the 4D Apt name for a pet groundhog? 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
Today's Friday Mini felt a bit tougher to me than the last few days. I didn't realize until I finished that every answer was five letters, which is a fun nod given that Tracy Bennett edits Wordle. The clue that slowed me down the most was the starting one with WATCH clued "Where you'll find two hands on one arm." It's a clever bit of misdirection that had me thinking about body parts for longer than I'd like to admit. Once that clicked, the rest fell into place, but it definitely made for a more satisfying solve than the earlier puzzles this week.
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