Crossword clue
“Barrier reef organism”
This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CORALLetters5
Starts withC
Ends withL
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Barrier reef organism” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on July 28, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with L.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Barrier reef organism” clue?+
The answer is CORAL (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of July 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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