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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Needing more salt, perhaps" is ICIER.
The clue 'Needing more salt, perhaps' is a play on words. 'Salt' can refer to road salt used to melt ice, so if something is 'icier,' it might need more salt to become less icy or slippery.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on August 21, 2025.
Icier means more cold or covered with ice.
Less cordial, More dangerous for winter drivers, Less welcoming, Less cordial, IERCI

The answer to “Needing more salt, perhaps” in the New York Times puzzle August 21 2025 is ICIER. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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