This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, October 30, 2025 (8 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ F
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SNIFF as a word: (ambitransitive) To make a short, audible inhalation, through the nose, as when smelling something; (transitive) To say (something) while sniffing, such as in case of illness or unhappiness, or in contempt.
SNIFF has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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