"See ya later!" — NYT Mini Clue (October 20, 2025)
Word Tips's hints make this clue feel like a friendly send-off, and the Mini matches that vibe flawlessly with PEACE. The word works as a quick goodbye and doubles as a nod to calmness, which the hints highlight. We mirror that conversational tone, keeping apostrophes as ' and quotation marks as " so the HTML stays clean.
8 Across
"See ya later!"
This answer bridges slang and serenity. Word Tips points out the calm definition, but the Mini clearly wants the casual goodbye that makes solvers smile. Drop PEACE, keep moving, and enjoy how the crossings close the deal without drama.
Crossing Helpers
- 7-Across OCEAN nails each letter so PEACE falls into place fast.
- 1-Down CHOP nails each letter so PEACE falls into place fast.
- 3-Down IDEAL nails each letter so PEACE falls into place fast.
- 5-Down KANE nails each letter so PEACE falls into place fast.
Strategy Notes
Meaning Hint
Word Tips plays the farewell card — PEACE is a casual goodbye someone texts or says when heading out.
Synonym Check
Similar closings include later, bye, or ciao, but PEACE brings that relaxed, modern sign-off energy.
Alternate Clue
Watch for clues like "Chill departure word" or "Farewell with a tranquil twist." PEACE fits both.
Solve Smart
The P crosses with CHOP and IDEAL while the E tags KANE. Once the consonants land, the rest snaps into place.