Clue: Affix, as a patch
Answer: SEWON
We have the answer here for March 31, 2025.

Explanation:
In The New York Times Mini Crossword, the clue “Affix, as a patch” corresponds to the answer “SEWON.” For example, this pairing appeared in the puzzle on March 31, 2025. Sewing on a patch involves using a needle and thread to attach it securely to fabric.
Alternatively, the answer “IRONON” has also been used for similar clues, such as “Affix with heat, as a patch,” which appeared in the NYT Mini Crossword on June 11, 2023. Iron-on patches have a heat-activated adhesive backing that bonds to fabric when pressed with an iron.
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