Publication with the headline "C.I.A. Realizes It's Been Using Black Highlighters All These Years," with "The"

Why does Onion fit this clue?

This clue uses a specific satirical headline to identify THE ONION, a popular American digital media company and newspaper organization that publishes satirical articles on international, national, and local news. The Onion is known for its absurdist humor and fake news stories that parody real journalism, often featuring ridiculous headlines like the one cited about the CIA using black highlighters. The publication has been a fixture of American comedy since 1988, originally starting as a print newspaper before transitioning online, and its distinctive brand of deadpan satire makes it instantly recognizable from any of its mock headlines.

What does Publication with the headline "C.I.A. Realizes It's Been Using Black Highlighters All These Years," with "The" mean?

We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.

Where did this clue appear?

This clue appeared as 6-across in the New York Times Mini on March 25, 2026, by Christina Iverson, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.

What does Onion mean?

Origin of the word Onion

The word comes from the Latin 'unio' because an onion is formed of unified layers, reflecting the concept of oneness or unity in its structure.

How to use Onion in a sentence

Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Onion.

What are other crossword clues for Onion?

All clues from the New York Times Mini, Mar 25, 2026 crossword

The New York Times Mini for March 25, 2026 was published by Christina Iverson and has 10 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.

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What is the answer to Publication with the headline "C.I.A. Realizes It's Been Using Black Highlighters All These Years," with "The"?

The answer is Onion (5 letters).

Where did this clue appear?

This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 25, 2026.

How many letters does the answer to Publication with the headline "C.I.A. Realizes It's Been Using Black Highlighters All These Years," with "The" have?

The answer has 5 letters: Onion.

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