The clue "crumb carrier" in today's NYT Mini Crossword should be one of the easiest ones to solve, but it isn't. The three letter answer is simple, although most people, including myself, might not associate it with crumbs. Here are some hints to help you figure it out.

In this guide you will find tips to look at the clue from a different angle so that you can find the answer yourself. If you just want the answer right away, scroll down and you will find it below.

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The answer to the crossword clue "crumb carrier" is ANT. They are known to carry food, including crumbs, that are several times their own weight, which is probably why this clue came about.