5 Down
NYT Mini • August 20, 2025
Opposite of WNW
Answer:
ESE
Hint:
Think of the direction you’d face if you turned 180 degrees from northwest.
Explanation:
This clue plays on compass directions—WNW stands for "west-northwest," which is 292.5 degrees on a compass. The opposite direction is exactly 180 degrees away, landing on ESE, or "east-southeast" (112.5 degrees). It’s a straightforward reversal, like flipping a compass needle to its mirror position. No wordplay here, just basic navigation knowledge.