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NYT Mini • September 23, 2025

Tiny bit of change

Answer:

PENNY

Hint:

Think of the smallest U.S. coin, often found in a jar of loose spare change or used in the phrase "a penny for your thoughts."

Explanation:

"Tiny bit of change" points to a small unit of money, and in the U.S., the smallest coin is a penny. The word "tiny" reinforces the idea of something small, while "change" hints at loose coins. It’s a straightforward clue where the answer fits both the literal meaning and the everyday term for a one-cent piece.

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