NYT Mini October 10, 2025: 3D - Daring response to "All in"

Answer: CALL

4 letters

Clue Breakdown

The clue draws from poker terminology. When an opponent declares "all in", they are wagering everything. Matching that bet by saying "call" is indeed daring, because you're risking the same stake to stay in the hand.

Minis often lean on poker vocabulary because it is concise and familiar to many solvers. CALL delivers the exact response described and fits the letter count.

Why CALL Fits

Four-letter entry matches the puzzle's layout.
Directly corresponds to the action described in the clue.
Cross letters will confirm the choice quickly (for example, the first letter intersects with 1A DEEP END to give the C).

Poker Context

Calling an all-in bet is considered courageous because it commits you fully to the pot. Players typically call only when their hand is strong enough or when bluffing leads them to shoulder the risk for strategic reasons.

Crossword Strategy

Recognize common poker verbs: CALL, RAISE, FOLD, BET.
Watch for the context clue "daring"—it signals a bold move rather than a cautious one.
Compare letter counts if you suspect alternatives like "raise" or "re-raise" which would not fit here.

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NYT Mini October 10, 2025: 3D - Daring response to "All in"

Answer: CALL

Clue Breakdown

Why CALL Fits

Poker Context

Crossword Strategy

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