6 Across
NYT Mini • September 4, 2025
Elevator choice
Answer:
FLOOR
Hint:
Think of what you press to tell the elevator where you're headed—it’s not a button for up or down.
Explanation:
When you step into an elevator, you pick a "floor" as your destination—it’s the straightforward answer here. The clue plays on the double meaning of "choice," since selecting a floor is the action you take, not just a physical part of the building. No tricks or hidden meanings, just a direct nod to how elevators work in everyday life.