Crossword clue
“Small bay”
This clue appeared as 3-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Sunday, July 5, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
INLETLetters5
Starts withI
Ends withT
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Small bay” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on July 5, 2026 as 3-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with I and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Small bay” clue?+
The answer is INLET (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of July 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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