The word "running" strikes fear into the hearts of many, myself included, but put that fear aside for the August 14 NYT Mini Crossword clue: "like some running trails." If you're a runner, this is the answer you'll likely come up with, although it may fill you with dread.
NYT Connections, Mini Crossword and Strands | Aug 14, 2024
The final hurdle has been taken, so let's sprint and wrap this up.
“HILLY” is the five letter answer that the Mini Crossword puzzle wants.
There are many difficult running trails: forest areas with loose obstacles, trails that run through water and of course hills. A high and steep hill forces you to push through to get to the other side, which forces you to run faster and is a great test of your running ability! Or you can check out The Hills Have Eyes instead.