NYT Mini Crossword · 1 Across
“Harmless lie” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Mini Crossword for Sunday, October 18, 2026 as 1 Across. The answer has 3 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Mini · Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 1 Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Harmless lie”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with F and ends with B, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Harmless lie” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Mini Crossword on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 1 Across.
What is the answer to the “Harmless lie” crossword clue?
The answer is FIB (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.