1 Across

NYT Mini • September 18, 2025

With 4-Across, another nickname for the Windy City

Answer:

CHI

Hint:

Think of the three-letter airport code for Chicago’s O’Hare, often seen on luggage tags or flight boards. This short form is also a common local shorthand for the city.

Explanation:

This clue is part of a split answer where "CHI" combines with 4-Across to form "CHI-TOWN," a well-known nickname for Chicago (the Windy City). The "CHI" here comes from the first three letters of "Chicago," often used in shorthand or slang. It’s a common crossword trick to split phrases across clues, so you’d need to see 4-Across to confirm the full answer.

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General solving tip

Quoted clues often indicate a spoken phrase, interjection, or a title. Think of something you'd say out loud or see as a headline.

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