Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, October 8, 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

Thursday, October 8, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Old-fashioned business?
  2. 4.Start of a tennis point
  3. 6.Basic bagel variety
  4. 7.Like the most famous Hollywood celebrities
  5. 8."Hoo-boy!"

DOWN

  1. 1.It's in your head
  2. 2.Car rental option
  3. 3.Monthly expense
  4. 4.Many a call from an unknown number
  5. 5.___ Langley, singer with the 2026 #1 hit "Choosin' Texas"

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Thursday, October 8, 2026

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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Old-fashioned business?(BAR)
  2. 4.Start of a tennis point(SERVE)
  3. 6.Basic bagel variety(PLAIN)
  4. 7.Like the most famous Hollywood celebrities(ALIST)
  5. 8."Hoo-boy!"(MAN)

DOWN

  1. 1.It's in your head(BRAIN)
  2. 2.Car rental option(AVIS)
  3. 3.Monthly expense(RENT)
  4. 4.Many a call from an unknown number(SPAM)
  5. 5.___ Langley, singer with the 2026 #1 hit "Choosin' Texas"(ELLA)

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About the Thursday, October 8, 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 SERVE, answering “Start of a tennis point.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.