NYT Mini · 6-Across · 5 letters
Endangered marine ecosystems NYT Mini crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 2, 2026
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Meaning cue
Think of five-letter plural underwater habitats built by coral.
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Why it fits
REEFS fits because coral reefs are widely threatened marine ecosystems. The plural answer agrees with the plural clue.
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The marine and ecosystem context points to a threatened habitat category rather than one animal species.
Answer meaning
Reefs are underwater ecosystems formed around rock, coral, or other structures and supporting diverse marine life.
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6-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for September 2, 2026.
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