Drag letters from the pool into “Your Answer”, then reorder them to match the solution.
Reveal Hint
Think of what happens when you skip several barber appointments.
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?????: Covered with hair or having a lot of hair.
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The clue 'In need of a shave' suggests something that has grown too much hair, making it time for grooming. '?????' describes something covered with hair, which would indeed be in need of a shave.
Reveal Hint
like a yak, Covered in fur, Like a perilous situation, Sticky, as a situation, Whiskered
Answer
BLANC
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OPINE
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AYE
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ALPHA
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HAIRY
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ANNEE
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BOT
Answer
CEE
The answer to “In need of a shave” in the New York Times Mini puzzle January 5 2026 is HAIRY. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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