Crossword clue
“Good person to ask for directions”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Monday, November 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
LOCALLetters5
Starts withL
Ends withL
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Good person to ask for directions” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on November 9, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with L and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Good person to ask for directions” clue?+
The answer is LOCAL (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of November 9, 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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