Kind of bear or ice cap
Crossword Answer — July 21, 2026
Think of the chilly regions where you might spot a fluffy friend! ❄️
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LA Times Mini Crossword
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
By Elizabeth C. Gorski
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Crossword clues, hints, and answers
Across
- 1. Compete in a triathlon leg — Answer: CYCLE. Hint: This leg of the race requires two wheels and a lot of pedaling! 🚴♂️
- 6. Kind of bear or ice cap — Answer: POLAR. Hint: Think of the chilly regions where you might spot a fluffy friend! ❄️
- 7. Staring intently — Answer: AGAZE. Hint: When you focus your eyes on something captivating, you might find yourself doing this. 👀
- 8. Fathers of colts — Answer: SIRES. Hint: Think of the male parent in the animal kingdom! 🐴
- 9. ABBA hit single of 1975 — Answer: SOS. Hint: This classic tune might have you calling for help on the dance floor! 🎶
Down
- 1. Tax advisers, briefly — Answer: CPAS. Hint: These pros help you with your money matters, often seen with calculators in hand! 💼
- 2. Meditation masters — Answer: YOGIS. Hint: These wise practitioners often teach the art of mindfulness and inner peace. 🧘♂️
- 3. Mild cigar — Answer: CLARO. Hint: Think of a light shade that might also be used to describe a smooth smoke! ☁️
- 4. Has an "off" day? — Answer: LAZES. Hint: Sometimes we just want to take it easy and relax instead of being on the go! 😌
- 5. "You are" in Spanish — Answer: ERES. Hint: Think about how to say 'you are' in a language that's full of passion! 🌍
The answer to “Kind of bear or ice cap” in the LA Times Mini crossword is POLAR — a 5-letter word. This clue ran in the LA Times Mini on July 21, 2026 (6-Across), and if it's the last square standing between you and a finished grid, that's the word you need. Below you'll find why it fits, plus every other clue and answer from that day's puzzle in case more than one square has you stuck.
“Kind of bear or ice cap” answer
POLAR (5 letters)
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Why the answer is POLAR
Think of the chilly regions where you might spot a fluffy friend! ❄️
More LA Times Mini answers for July 21, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the LA Times Mini on July 21, 2026 — tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
Across
- 1. Compete in a triathlon leg → CYCLE
- 6. Kind of bear or ice cap → POLAR
- 7. Staring intently → AGAZE
- 8. Fathers of colts → SIRES
- 9. ABBA hit single of 1975 → SOS
Down
- 1. Tax advisers, briefly → CPAS
- 2. Meditation masters → YOGIS
- 3. Mild cigar → CLARO
- 4. Has an "off" day? → LAZES
- 5. "You are" in Spanish → ERES
Want the whole grid in one place? The full LA Times Mini answer list for July 21, 2026 is on the puzzle's answers page, and today's live LA Times Mini answers are always one click away from the today page.
About the LA Times Mini Crossword
The LA Times Mini is a quick bite-size crossword built for a short daily solve. With only a handful of across and down answers, each clue matters — revealing one stubborn entry is often enough to finish the rest of the grid from the crossings alone.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Kind of bear or ice cap”?
The answer is POLAR, a 5-letter word. It appeared in the LA Times Mini crossword on July 21, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Kind of bear or ice cap”?
5 letters: POLAR.
Where did this clue appear?
In the LA Times Mini crossword on July 21, 2026, at 6-Across.
Where can I find the rest of today's LA Times Mini answers?
Every clue and answer from that day's puzzle is linked above, and the full grid is on the LA Times Mini answers page.