8 Across

NYT Mini • August 20, 2025

Coloring for a camp shirt

Answer:

DYE

Hint:

Think of what turns plain fabric into a vibrant, tie-dyed masterpiece at summer camp.

Explanation:

"Coloring for a camp shirt" hints at the process used to give fabric its vibrant hues. The word "coloring" is a direct nod to dye, which is the substance or method applied to change the color of textiles—like the bright, patterned shirts often worn at summer camps. The clue plays it straight without wordplay, relying on the common association between dyeing and camp-style apparel.

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