Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, July 5, 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

Sunday, July 5, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Nature's marshmallow holder
  2. 6.___ Thompson, longest-tenured cast member in "S.N.L." history
  3. 7."My turn!"
  4. 8.Snow/rain combo
  5. 9.Messy home for pigs

DOWN

  1. 1.Tackles a double-black diamond, perhaps
  2. 2.Poker player's giveaways
  3. 3.Small bay
  4. 4.Giving evasive answers
  5. 5.Shape for a shoelace or pretzel

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Sunday, July 5, 2026

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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Nature's marshmallow holder(STICK)
  2. 6.___ Thompson, longest-tenured cast member in "S.N.L." history(KENAN)
  3. 7."My turn!"(ILLGO)
  4. 8.Snow/rain combo(SLEET)
  5. 9.Messy home for pigs(STY)

DOWN

  1. 1.Tackles a double-black diamond, perhaps(SKIS)
  2. 2.Poker player's giveaways(TELLS)
  3. 3.Small bay(INLET)
  4. 4.Giving evasive answers(CAGEY)
  5. 5.Shape for a shoelace or pretzel(KNOT)

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About the Sunday, July 5, 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 STICK, answering “Nature's marshmallow holder.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.