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NYT Mini • August 22, 2025

Places to store shovels and leaf blowers

Answer:

SHEDS

Hint:

Small backyard structures often hold gardening tools and outdoor equipment out of the rain.

Explanation:

This clue is a straightforward definition where "places to store shovels and leaf blowers" directly points to small outdoor buildings used for keeping gardening tools. The answer "SHEDS" fits because sheds are common storage spots for yard equipment like those mentioned. There’s no hidden wordplay—just a simple, practical description of where you’d typically find such items.

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