Crossword Answer
One of a double bass's double features
Think about the openings that help create a rich sound in music! πΆ
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
By Pete Muller & Frank Longo
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Across
- 1. See 7-Across β Answer: FOR. Hint: Look for something commonly used in phrases of purpose or reason! π
- 4. "Check ___" ("Forget what I just said") β Answer: THAT. Hint: Sometimes you say this when you're trying to take back a statement! π€«
- 5. Stopped lying, perhaps β Answer: AROSE. Hint: Think of how you might start a new day after some untruths come to light! π
- 6. Steve who wrote the comic book miniseries "30 Days of Night" β Answer: NILES. Hint: This Steve is known for his chilling vampire tales! π§ββοΈ
- 7. With 1-Across, performs as a favor to β Answer: DOES. Hint: Think of an action that shows kindness or support for someone in need! π
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- 1. One of a double bass's double features β Answer: FHOLE. Hint: Think about the openings that help create a rich sound in music! πΆ
- 2. Parched people's paradises, perhaps β Answer: OASES. Hint: Think of lush spots in the desert where one might find relief from the heat! π΄
- 3. GPS recommendations: Abbr. β Answer: RTES. Hint: Think about the best paths to take when navigating! πΊοΈ
- 4. A double bass is usually part of one in jazz β Answer: TRIO. Hint: Think of a small group that often creates beautiful harmony in jazz! πΆ
- 5. Word often prolonged before "action!" β Answer: AND. Hint: Think of a common word that connects thoughts and often starts sentences! π€
The answer to βOne of a double bass's double featuresβ in the The Washington Post Mini crossword is FHOLE β a 5-letter word. This clue ran in the WaPo Mini on July 14, 2026 (1-Down), 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.
βOne of a double bass's double featuresβ answer
FHOLE (5 letters)
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Why the answer is FHOLE
Think about the openings that help create a rich sound in music! πΆ
More WaPo Mini answers for July 14, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the WaPo Mini on July 14, 2026 β tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
Across
- 1. See 7-Across β FOR
- 4. "Check ___" ("Forget what I just said") β THAT
- 5. Stopped lying, perhaps β AROSE
- 6. Steve who wrote the comic book miniseries "30 Days of Night" β NILES
- 7. With 1-Across, performs as a favor to β DOES
Down
- 1. One of a double bass's double features β FHOLE
- 2. Parched people's paradises, perhaps β OASES
- 3. GPS recommendations: Abbr. β RTES
- 4. A double bass is usually part of one in jazz β TRIO
- 5. Word often prolonged before "action!" β AND
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What is the answer to βOne of a double bass's double featuresβ?
The answer is FHOLE, a 5-letter word. It appeared in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 14, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to βOne of a double bass's double featuresβ?
5 letters: FHOLE.
Where did this clue appear?
In the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 14, 2026, at 1-Down.
Where can I find the rest of today's WaPo Mini answers?
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