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Fire enthusiast, slangily
Archive answer — August 3, 2026
1 Across
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“PYRO” is the published 4-letter fill for 1 Across. Use the crossing letters in the grid below to verify how it fits.
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Across
- 1. Fire enthusiast, slangily
Answer: PYRO
- 5. Q: Why did the farmer ___ under his tractor?
Answer: SLEEP
- 6. Many buildings on campus
Answer: HALLS
- 7. A: So he could wake up ___ in the morning!
Answer: OILY
- 8. Aliens, for short
Answer: ETS
Down
- 1. Braid, to a Brit
Answer: PLAIT
- 2. Hollers
Answer: YELLS
- 3. Depend (on)
Answer: RELY
- 4. Photo ___ (publicity events)
Answer: OPS
- 5. One of two often sold in a box
Answer: SHOE
The answer to “Fire enthusiast, slangily” in the NYT Mini Crossword is PYRO — a 4-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 3, 2026 at 1-Across. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
“Fire enthusiast, slangily” answer
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Why does PYRO fit?
PYRO is the published 4-letter answer at 1-Across. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “Fire enthusiast, slangily” appeared?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Fire enthusiast, slangily”?
The answer is PYRO.
How many letters are in the answer?
4 letters: PYRO.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the NYT Mini Crossword for August 3, 2026 at 1-Across.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
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