5 Across
NYT Mini • August 26, 2025
Black suit
Answer:
CLUBS
Hint:
Think of the symbol that looks like a three-leafed plant in a deck of cards.
Explanation:
"Black suit" refers to one of the four suits in a standard deck of playing cards. The two black suits are spades and clubs, but "clubs" fits the answer length and is the more straightforward choice. The wordplay is simple—no tricks—just a direct reference to the suit’s color and name.