Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, August 3, 2026

Solve today's clue list with optional hints, then check the completed grid and explanations for every answer.

Mini Crossword

Monday, August 3, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Fire enthusiast, slangily
  2. 5.Q: Why did the farmer ___ under his tractor?
  3. 6.Many buildings on campus
  4. 7.A: So he could wake up ___ in the morning!
  5. 8.Aliens, for short

DOWN

  1. 1.Braid, to a Brit
  2. 2.Hollers
  3. 3.Depend (on)
  4. 4.Photo ___ (publicity events)
  5. 5.One of two often sold in a box

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Monday, August 3, 2026

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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Fire enthusiast, slangily(PYRO)
  2. 5.Q: Why did the farmer ___ under his tractor?(SLEEP)
  3. 6.Many buildings on campus(HALLS)
  4. 7.A: So he could wake up ___ in the morning!(OILY)
  5. 8.Aliens, for short(ETS)

DOWN

  1. 1.Braid, to a Brit(PLAIT)
  2. 2.Hollers(YELLS)
  3. 3.Depend (on)(RELY)
  4. 4.Photo ___ (publicity events)(OPS)
  5. 5.One of two often sold in a box(SHOE)

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About the Monday, August 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 SLEEP, answering “Q: Why did the farmer ___ under his tractor?.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.