Today's NYT Crossword puzzle might be a bit tough to crack if you don't know what "Little spats" are. And no, this clue doesn't refer to small shoe accessories, although that would make it a lot more interesting!
The Wednesday Mini NYT Crossword Puzzle: July 31, 2024
This clue, "Little spats", is from the July 31st NYT mini crossword puzzle. While spats may not be used as much anymore, I'm sure we all had a little spat or two growing up. I certainly did, and that's why I know the answer.
The answer to this clue is below. Only read on if you are no longer trying to solve it!
The answer to "Little spats" is "TIFFS." According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a tiff is essentially a petty quarrel and is usually not very serious. What's interesting about this word is that it can be used as a noun or a verb, and the use of the verb was first used in the 1700s. How cool is that?
