Quick NYT Mini Crossword August 25, 2026 (Trivia Week 4) - Solutions
Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!
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About Today's Puzzle
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | August 25, 2026 |
| Grid Size | 5 x 5 squares |
| Total Clues | 20 clues |
| Across Clues | 10 clues |
| Down Clues | 10 clues |
| Average Solve Time | Under 1 minute |
Today's Trivia Week {week_num} NYT Mini Crossword Grid Layout
This puzzle uses a 5 by 5 grid. That means 5 boxes across and 5 boxes down.
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How to Solve This Puzzle Fast
- Read all the clues first - your brain will start working on them
- Fill in the short words first (3 letters or less)
- Use the crossing letters to help with harder words
- If a clue has a question mark (?), it's probably a joke or play on words
- Common short words: THE, AND, ARE, FOR, NOT
Quick Facts About This Puzzle
- Total squares in grid: 25 (5 times 5)
- Average time to solve: Less than 1 minute
- Best time to play: During a coffee break
- Difficulty level: Made for everyone to enjoy
Across Clues - 10 Total
These clues go from left to right in the puzzle.
| Number | Clue |
|---|---|
| 1 Across | 39. Bluish-silver Christmas trees, maybe |
| 2 Across | 63. Bygone Russian leader |
| 3 Across | 56. Drink in a sippy cup, to a toddler |
| 4 Across | 62. *7th |
| 5 Across | 60. "I'd love to go" |
| 6 Across | 22. ___ skirt |
| 7 Across | 54. Some Monopoly properties: Abbr. |
| 8 Across | 64. Pad |
| 9 Across | 14. Free-spirited style, informally |
| 10 Across | 46. Great divide |
Hints and Answers for Across Clues
Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:
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1 Across: "39. Bluish-silver Christmas trees, maybe"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 7 letters
- It starts with 'S' and ends with 'S'
- Word pattern: S_____S
Answer:
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SPRUCES2 Across: "63. Bygone Russian leader"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'T' and ends with 'R'
- Word pattern: T__R
Answer:
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TSAR3 Across: "56. Drink in a sippy cup, to a toddler"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'W' and ends with 'A'
- Word pattern: W__A
Answer:
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WAWA4 Across: "62. *7th"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 6 letters
- It starts with 'U' and ends with 'S'
- Word pattern: U____S
Answer:
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URANUS5 Across: "60. "I'd love to go""
Helpful hints:
- This word has 8 letters
- It starts with 'I' and ends with 'E'
- Word pattern: I______E
Answer:
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ITSADATE6 Across: "22. ___ skirt"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'M' and ends with 'I'
- Word pattern: M__I
Answer:
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MIDI7 Across: "54. Some Monopoly properties: Abbr."
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'A' and ends with 'S'
- Word pattern: A__S
Answer:
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AVES8 Across: "64. Pad"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'M' and ends with 'T'
- Another word like this: matted
Answer:
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MAT9 Across: "14. Free-spirited style, informally"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'B' and ends with 'O'
- Word pattern: B__O
Answer:
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BOHO10 Across: "46. Great divide"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 5 letters
- It starts with 'C' and ends with 'M'
- Word pattern: C___M
Answer:
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CHASMDown Clues - 10 Total
These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.
| Number | Clue |
|---|---|
| 1 Down | 40. Raceway speed setter |
| 2 Down | 2. Allen who was the 2001 N.B.A. M.V.P. |
| 3 Down | 29. "The Little Mermaid" prince |
| 4 Down | 37. Neon ___ (aquarium fish) |
| 5 Down | 6. "Wowza!" |
| 6 Down | 11. Desert quality |
| 7 Down | 5. ___ pond |
| 8 Down | 35. Kelly of morning TV |
| 9 Down | 44. Like the paths of 45-Down, as visually depicted in this puzzle |
| 10 Down | 31. Shades |
Hints and Answers for Down Clues
Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:
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1 Down: "40. Raceway speed setter"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 7 letters
- It starts with 'P' and ends with 'R'
- Word pattern: P_____R
Answer:
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PACECAR2 Down: "2. Allen who was the 2001 N.B.A. M.V.P."
Helpful hints:
- This word has 7 letters
- It starts with 'I' and ends with 'N'
- Word pattern: I_____N
Answer:
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IVERSON3 Down: "29. "The Little Mermaid" prince"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'E' and ends with 'C'
- Word pattern: E__C
Answer:
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ERIC4 Down: "37. Neon ___ (aquarium fish)"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 5 letters
- It starts with 'T' and ends with 'A'
- Word pattern: T___A
Answer:
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TETRA5 Down: "6. "Wowza!""
Helpful hints:
- This word has 6 letters
- It starts with 'O' and ends with 'N'
- Word pattern: O____N
Answer:
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OHDAMN6 Down: "11. Desert quality"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 7 letters
- It starts with 'A' and ends with 'Y'
- Word pattern: A_____Y
Answer:
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ARIDITY7 Down: "5. ___ pond"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'K' and ends with 'I'
- This is a short form or acronym
Answer:
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KOI8 Down: "35. Kelly of morning TV"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'R' and ends with 'A'
- Word pattern: R__A
Answer:
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RIPA9 Down: "44. Like the paths of 45-Down, as visually depicted in this puzzle"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 7 letters
- It starts with 'O' and ends with 'L'
- Word pattern: O_____L
Answer:
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ORBITAL10 Down: "31. Shades"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'H' and ends with 'S'
- Word pattern: H__S
Answer:
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HUESHow to Solve the NYT Mini Crossword Faster
Here are the best tips from expert solvers:
Step-by-Step Strategy
- Quick Scan: Read all clues once. Your brain starts working on them right away.
- Easy First: Fill in the shortest words (2-3 letters). These are usually simple words like "IT" or "ON".
- Use Crossings: When letters cross, they help you figure out harder words.
- Watch for Wordplay: Clues with question marks (?) are jokes or puns.
- Common Words: Remember these appear often: ERA, ORE, ATE, ICE.
Letter Tips That Really Help
- The letter E is the most common in English
- Words ending in S are often plurals
- If you see "___" in a clue, the answer fits those blanks exactly
- Abbreviations in clues mean the answer is also abbreviated
Time Goals to Aim For
| Your Time | Skill Level | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30 seconds | Expert | You know the puzzle patterns very well! |
| 30-60 seconds | Advanced | Great job! You solve quickly. |
| 1-2 minutes | Good | You're doing well. Keep practicing! |
| Over 2 minutes | Learning | You'll get faster with practice. |
Puzzle Numbers and Facts
| Total Clues: | 20 clues to solve |
| Grid Size: | 5 boxes across, 5 boxes down |
| Total Squares: | 25 squares to fill |
| Average Time: | Most people solve in 45 seconds |
| Difficulty: | Medium |
Common Questions About Trivia Week 4
When can I play the Trivia Week 4 Mini?
The Trivia Week 4 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.
How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 4?
Most people solve the Trivia Week 4 Mini in 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Don't worry if you take longer - speed comes with practice!
Do I need to pay to play Trivia Week 4?
No! The Trivia Week 4 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.
What makes a good Trivia Week 4 solver?
Good Trivia Week 4 solvers know common short words, can spot wordplay quickly, and use crossing letters well. Practice helps a lot!
Are the puzzles harder during Trivia Week 4?
Trivia Week 4 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.
