Mine finds
Published by Naitik Mehta · April 1, 2026
Stuck on the clue Mine finds from the New York Times Daily for April 1, 2026? We have the correct 4-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Mine finds (4)
Answer
The answer to Mine finds is Ores (4 letters).
Why does Ores fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Mine finds' points to ORES, the plural of ore. Ores are naturally occurring solid materials from which metals or valuable minerals can be extracted profitably. In mining operations, ores are the primary target materials that miners seek and extract from the earth. Common examples include iron ore, copper ore, and gold ore, all of which contain concentrated amounts of their respective metals mixed with rock and other materials.
What does Mine finds mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
mine
noun
•an excavation in the earth for extracting coal, metals, or other minerals
pronoun
•belonging to me
finds
noun
•things that are discovered or located
verb
•discovers or locates something
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 61-across in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026, by Jess Shulman and Amie Walker, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
Read the NYT Wordplay column for this puzzle.
NYT Daily — Apr 1, 2026
Get help on the whole puzzle
What does Ores mean?
noun
•Rock or other material that contains valuable or utilitarian materials; primarily a rock containing metals or gems for which it is typically mined and processed.
Origin of the word Ores
•origin: Old English 'ōra' meaning unwrought metal
•period: Old English (before 1150)
The word is related to Latin 'aes' (bronze, copper) and originally referred to any crude metal before it became specifically associated with metal-bearing minerals extracted from the earth.
How to use Ores in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Ores.
•“The miners celebrated their latest discovery of copper ores deep within the mountain shaft.”
•“Steel production requires iron ores to be heated and processed in blast furnaces.”
•“Australia exports large quantities of mineral ores including bauxite and gold to countries around the world.”
What are other crossword clues for Ores?
and 3 more clues with the same answer
Learn about related clues
All clues from the New York Times Daily, Apr 1, 2026 crossword
The New York Times Daily for April 1, 2026 was published by Jess Shulman and Amie Walker and has 76 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
Across
Down
Recently added clues
Frequently asked questions about Mine finds
- What is the answer to Mine finds?
- The answer is Ores (4 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Mine finds have?
- The answer has 4 letters: Ores.
Author
Naitik Mehta
Co-founder
Naitik is a gaming enthusiast who loves solving daily word games and enjoys the friendly competition from time to time. He is the co-founder of Crossword Chef and enjoys thinking about how to make crossword solving more fun for everyone around the world.
Puzzle
NYT Daily — Apr 1, 2026
Get help on the whole puzzle