1 Across

NYT Mini • September 13, 2025

Give away a secret

Answer:

BLAB

Hint:

Think of a casual verb for revealing something you probably shouldn’t—often done without thinking, like spilling the beans in a chat.

Explanation:

"Give away a secret" hints at revealing something you shouldn’t, and "blab" is a casual word for exactly that—spilling information without thinking. The clue plays on the idea of talking too much, since "blab" sounds like the kind of word you’d use when someone can’t keep their mouth shut. It’s straightforward slang, so no hidden tricks, just a direct match between the meaning and the answer."

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General solving tip

Markers like 'var.' or 'alt. sp.' mean a variant spelling. Consider alternate forms (GRAY/GREY, EON/AEON) that fit the grid.

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