Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, August 30, 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, August 30, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Classical instrument in the Guinness logo
  2. 5.Covered in vines
  3. 7.8-Across competitor, in the soda aisle
  4. 8.7-Across competitor, in the soda aisle
  5. 9.Owner of The Athletic, for short

DOWN

  1. 1.Cool and in the know
  2. 2.French for "with"
  3. 3.Ruthlessly make fun of
  4. 4.Annoying, like mosquitoes
  5. 6.Plan born from many a New Year's resolution

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Sunday, August 30, 2026

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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Classical instrument in the Guinness logo(HARP)
  2. 5.Covered in vines(IVIED)
  3. 7.8-Across competitor, in the soda aisle(PEPSI)
  4. 8.7-Across competitor, in the soda aisle(COKE)
  5. 9.Owner of The Athletic, for short(NYT)

DOWN

  1. 1.Cool and in the know(HIP)
  2. 2.French for "with"(AVEC)
  3. 3.Ruthlessly make fun of(RIPON)
  4. 4.Annoying, like mosquitoes(PESKY)
  5. 6.Plan born from many a New Year's resolution(DIET)

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About the Sunday, August 30, 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 IVIED, answering “Covered in vines.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.