Ran in the rain, perhaps NYT Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? B
2 ? L
3 ? E
4 ? D
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      Hint 1

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      Think of what happens to colors when they encounter water.

      Hint 2

      meaning
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      To bleed is to lose liquid, often referring to the movement of color or ink when it spreads or runs.

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      The clue uses the word 'ran' metaphorically. To 'run' in terms of colors means to bleed, as colors might run or bleed when they get wet, such as in the rain.

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      Needed a tourniquet, Oozed, drained, Ran, as colors in the wash, Lost blood, Extorted money from

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “Ran in the rain, perhaps” in the New York Times puzzle December 28 2025 is BLED. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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