There are many things associated with life under the surface: Sea life, sunken ships, coral reefs, and the act of getting up close and personal with sharks via a flimsy metal cage (which baffles me to this day.) But plants are a big talking point too, and we’re looking at a particular “Underwater plant that can grow over a foot a day” in today’s NYT Mini Crossword.
- Hint one: It’s almost a cry for help.
- Hint two: “E” is the only vowel.
- Hint there: Can be used as a code for El Paso International Airport.
- Hint four: Ends with “P.”
These clues will soon become water under the bridge as I reveal the answer.
“KELP” solves our eight-across clue and is an “Underwater plant that can grow over a foot a day.”
To reiterate, it’s almost a cry for help— and if you’re on this guide you had your own cry for help—and “KELP” is apparently one of several code names that can be used for El Paso International Airport.
NYT Aug. 15 Mini Crossword puzzle: All clues and answers
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I’ve heard the word “KELP” before, but couldn’t think of it for the life of me. Everyone’s familiar with coral reefs and all that jazz, but I think “KELP” is likely to cause an issue or two—but can be helped by solving clues around it. I’m giving this a four out of five with one down and four down being a big help toward finding the answer.
How to play more puzzles like NYT Mini Crossword
The LA Times, Washington Post, Strands, and Spelling Bee are big recommendations if you’re seeking extra word challenges that also shake up the format. From making words to seeking out uniquely presented word formations, there’s something here for everyone.
