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The clue "Spanish question word" signals the answer must be in Spanish. In Spanish, "qué" means "what," which is a common question word. The clue aligns directly with the translation, making QUE the correct solution. Note that accents are omitted in crossword answers for simplicity.
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The answer is JULY because both National Ice Cream Month and National Hot Dog Month are officially observed in the United States during the month of July, coinciding with summer and activities like barbecues and enjoying cold treats to beat the heat.
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The clue "Battery life, informally" hints at a casual term for the power or energy a battery provides. "Juice" is a slang word often used to describe electrical power or energy, making it the perfect informal answer to describe battery life.
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In poker, "antes" refer to mandatory small bets every player places in the pot before a hand is dealt. This is a "buy-in" to participate in the round, fitting the clue's context. The plural "buy-ins" aligns exactly with the plural term "antes."
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The answer "MOOR" fits because to "moor" a ship means to securely tie it up using ropes or anchors to prevent it from drifting. The clue directly describes this maritime action, aligning perfectly with the term "moor" used in nautical contexts.
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QUITO is the correct answer because it is the only world capital that begins with the letter "Q." Located in Ecuador, QUITO is a unique answer as no other capital city worldwide shares this starting letter, directly satisfying the clue's requirement.
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The clue "Painful sore" directly describes an ULCER, which is a type of sore that forms on the skin or internal lining of the body and can cause pain or discomfort. The definition aligns perfectly with the medical term for such sores, making it the correct answer.
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The answer is EYES because "Snake eyes" refers to rolling two dice and getting a single dot (1) on each die. The dots resemble a pair of eyes, hence the term. It's also slang for an unlucky roll in many dice games.
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The answer is JUNO because, in Roman mythology, Juno is the daughter of Saturn (the Titan), the sister and wife of Jupiter (king of the gods), and the mother of Mars (god of war). She is also the goddess of marriage and childbirth, fitting the familial relationships described.
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The clue "Traffic snarl" describes a situation where vehicles are stuck or congested. "JAM" is a succinct term for this scenario, often used to describe heavy traffic where movement is restricted, thus solving the clue effectively.
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Solving today’s NYT Mini Puzzle and stuck on the 4-letter answer to the Tie up, as a ship 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.
Tie up, as a ship Answer Explained
The answer is MOOR.
When I saw "Tie up, as a ship," MOOR was the nautical verb that came to mind. To moor a ship means to secure it so it stays in place, whether by tying it to a dock, anchoring it, or fastening it to a buoy. It's a common term in sailing and maritime contexts, even if it's less familiar in everyday conversation. The clue's wording, "as a ship," is the key that points away from an ordinary knot or rope and toward this specific verb. It's a concise clue that relies on knowing a bit of nautical vocabulary rather than any trick or wordplay.
Now that you've cracked the 7A Tie up, as a ship 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
I really enjoyed today’s Friday Mini by Joel Fagliano. It had a lovely mix of topics, jumping from Spanish with QUE to geography with QUITO, then over to poker with ANTES, all while staying smooth and approachable. JUNO was my favorite clue because it taught me something. I knew her as the Roman queen of the gods, but I hadn't really thought about her family tree, as the daughter of Saturn, sister of Jupiter, and mother of Mars. That made the mythology feel educational rather than intimidating. I also got a laugh from seeing ANTES cross EYES, since in poker you're putting chips into the pot, while in craps everyone hopes for snake eyes ... or maybe not if you're betting against them! Clever crossings like that, plus fun entries such as JUICE and JAM, made this a satisfying Friday solve.
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