‘Give a heads-up’ NYT Mini Crossword answer and hints

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Giving someone a heads-up applies to many scenarios: Someone’s order being ready, notifying a person to expect a call later, or warning them of danger! The ability to “Give a heads-up” shouldn’t be understated, and the NYT Mini Crossword is looking for one word, in particular, exemplifying this.

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‘Give a heads-up’ NYT Sept. 17 Mini Crossword hints

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  • Hint one: It can also describe someone very aware and mindful of the circumstances and their surroundings in a given moment.
  • Hint two: Anagram of “LATER.”
  • Hint three: Red _____
  • Hint four: Starts with “A.”

These are handy hints, but the well is dry. If you’re still parched and devoid of ideas, the answer awaits you below.

‘Give a heads-up’ five down answer in NYT Sept. 17 Mini Crossword

The answer for this clue is “ALERT,” as it’s a way to give someone a heads-up. You “Alert” a person to give them a heads-up—it’s pretty much a synonym!

An “Alert” person is also someone very aware and hyperfocused about what’s going on around them; it’s an anagram of “Later,” and “Red Alert” is a well-known status used to indicate danger or an incoming threat.

All NYT Mini Crossword Sept. 17 answers

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‘Give a heads-up’ NYT Mini Crossword difficulty rating

In a crossword grid full of five-letter words, this is easily one of the more gettable clues—particularly on its own without the guidance of other solutions. Quite simply, I’m giving this a two out of five, and there are tougher solutions to deal with.

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