Definition
Our definition here is 'Red', and our answer will be another word for that.
The Minute Cryptic #873 answer for Sunday, November 15, 2026 is ROSY. Review the clue, answer length, definition, indicator, and fodder hints.
Puzzle Number
#873
Puzzle Date
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Average Par
2
Clue: Red Sox lost 11-1, reeling after debut of rookie Yankee
Answer length: (4)
Answer: ROSY
The clue “Red Sox lost 11-1, reeling after debut of rookie Yankee” resolves to ROSY. Minute Cryptic clues usually combine a direct definition with wordplay instructions, so the breakdown below keeps the clue wording visible for searchers and solvers.
Our definition here is 'Red', and our answer will be another word for that.
Indicator hint is not available for this Minute Cryptic entry yet.
This clue's fodder is 'Sox', '11-1,', 'rookie', and 'Yankee'. We'll need to find substitutes for two of these, and use them with the letters of the others (or some of them) to construct our answer, as guided by the clue's indicator(s).
“Red Sox lost 11-1, reeling after debut of rookie Yankee”
Answer length: (4)
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