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NYT Mini • September 1, 2025

Sound of winter

Answer:

BRR

Hint:

This shivery exclamation often escapes when you step outside into a chilly breeze or see your breath in the air.

Explanation:

Sound of winter" hints at the shivering noise people make when they're cold—think of that quick, sharp "brr" sound you blurt out on a freezing day. The answer is simply the onomatopoeic word "BRR," mimicking the chatter of teeth or the exclamation of someone bundling up against the chill. It’s a playful way to turn a common winter reaction into a short, punchy crossword answer.

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