Crossword clue
“Sheltered inlets”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Sunday, November 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
COVESLetters5
Starts withC
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Sheltered inlets” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on November 15, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Sheltered inlets” clue?+
The answer is COVES (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of November 15, 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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