The answer to five down in the Nov. 10 New York Times Mini Crossword is “TRESS.” The word tress means a long lock or strand of hair, which fits perfectly with the clue. It is often associated with ...

I have and I’m particularly not proud of those runs as I get a fever a day later for saving a bit of time. Today’s NYT Mini Crossword clue is “Makes a run for it,” which asks you to find a word of a ...