Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Friday, July 3, 2026

Review the Across and Down clues from this puzzle, reveal optional hints, then check the completed grid and explanations for every answer.

Mini Crossword

Friday, July 3, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Top of an org. chart
  2. 4.Terse way of saying "I'd like to speak with you"
  3. 6.Grouping of musical notes
  4. 7.Roll on a pool chair
  5. 8.Like one's feet after a beach day

DOWN

  1. 1.Jointly manage
  2. 2.Made a mistake
  3. 3.In a strange way
  4. 4.___ of the Apostles (Bible book)
  5. 5."Mind blown!"

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Friday, July 3, 2026

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2E
3O
4A
5W
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6C
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7T
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8S
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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Top of an org. chart(CEO)
  2. 4.Terse way of saying "I'd like to speak with you"(AWORD)
  3. 6.Grouping of musical notes(CHORD)
  4. 7.Roll on a pool chair(TOWEL)
  5. 8.Like one's feet after a beach day(SANDY)

DOWN

  1. 1.Jointly manage(COOWN)
  2. 2.Made a mistake(ERRED)
  3. 3.In a strange way(ODDLY)
  4. 4.___ of the Apostles (Bible book)(ACTS)
  5. 5."Mind blown!"(WHOA)

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About the Friday, July 3, 2026 NYT Mini

This puzzle has 5 columns, 5 rows, 5 Across clues and 5 Down clues. Use the clue list and blank grid first, then reveal the completed grid only when you need it.

One of today's longest entries is AWORD, answering “Terse way of saying "I'd like to speak with you".” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.