"Chill!"
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 17, 2026
Stuck on the clue "Chill!" from the New York Times Mini for March 17, 2026? We have the correct 5-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
"Chill!" (5)
Answer
The answer to "Chill!" is Relax (5 letters).
Why does Relax fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where the exclamation 'Chill!' serves as slang that points to RELAX. To relax means to become less tense, rigid, or stressed, allowing muscles and mind to ease into a calmer state. The word 'chill' in modern informal usage means exactly the same thing as relax, often used as an imperative to tell someone to calm down or take it easy. Both words capture the idea of reducing tension and adopting a more laid-back attitude.
What does "Chill!" mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
chill
exclamation
•relax, calm down, take it easy
verb
•to become cold or make cold
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 7-across in the New York Times Mini on March 17, 2026, by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Relax mean?
verb
•to become less tense, anxious, or stressed; to calm down
interjection
•used as a command telling someone to calm down or stop worrying
How to use Relax in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Relax.
•“When I started panicking about the test, my friend told me to relax and take deep breaths.”
•“After a long week at work, I like to relax by reading a book in my favorite chair.”
•“You need to relax your grip on the tennis racket to improve your swing.”
What are other crossword clues for Relax?
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All clues from the New York Times Mini, Mar 17, 2026 crossword
The New York Times Mini for March 17, 2026 was published by Joel Fagliano and has 10 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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Frequently asked questions about "Chill!"
- What is the answer to "Chill!"?
- The answer is Relax (5 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 17, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to "Chill!" have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Relax.
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Puzzle
NYT Mini — Mar 17, 2026
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