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Sunday, August 11, 2024

NYT Sunday, August 11, 2024 Crossword Clues Hints | Answers - Solution Blog

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NYT Sunday, August 11, 2024 Crossword Clues Hints

Break down the NYT Crosswords: August 11, 2024

Let's go into the puzzle, starting with the across clues and answers, followed by the down clues and answers.

Across Clues and Answers:

  • The clue is 1. Shoots for the moon. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: ASPIRES

    Possible Answer : aspire, shoot_for, aim, draw_a_bead_on


  • The clue is 8. Saudi's neighbor. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: IRAQI

    Possible Answer : Iraqi, Iraki


  • The clue is 13. Gets ready to surf, maybe. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: LOGSON


  • The clue is 19. Annoyance for a shopkeeper. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

    The answer: LOITERER

    Possible Answer : loiterer, lingerer


  • The clue is 21. Japanese takeout option. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: BENTO


  • The clue is 22. Best of all possible worlds. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: UTOPIA

    Possible Answer : Sion, Utopia, utopia, Zion

    Possible Opposite Answer : dystopia


  • The clue is 23. Say "O di" instead of "I do"?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (21 letters)

    The answer: EXCHANGEWEDDINGVOWELS


  • The clue is 26. Le Mans race unit: Abbr.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: KIL


  • The clue is 27. Keep from happening. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: AVERT

    Possible Answer : obviate, debar, turn_away, deflect, head_off, avoid, forefend, ward_off, avert, fend_off, forfend, stave_off


  • The clue is 28. "Once Upon a Mattress" prop. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: PEA

    Possible Answer : pea_plant, pea


  • The clue is 29. Longtime hair removal brand. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: NEET


  • The clue is 30. Word with hose or line. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: PANTY

    Possible Answer : pantie, step-in, scanty, panty


  • The clue is 32. Sewing machine pioneer Howe. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: ELIAS

    Possible Answer : Charles_Lamb, Elia, Lamb


  • The clue is 34. Expert conclusion?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: ISE


  • The clue is 37. Like some wits and wines. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: DRY

    Possible Answer : teetotal, juiceless, ironical, prohibitionist, ironic, wry, dry, dry_out

    Possible Opposite Answer : wet, sweet, phlegmy


  • The clue is 38. Eviction notice sent to a New York deli owner?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (19 letters)

    The answer: PACKYOURBAGELSANDGO


  • The clue is 43. Roadwork might push it back, in brief. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: ETA

    Possible Answer : Basque_Fatherland_and_Liberty, eta, Basque_Homeland_and_Freedom, Euskadi_ta_Askatasuna, ETA


  • The clue is 44. Like many London skies. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: GREY

    Possible Answer : Charles_Grey, grayness, gray-haired, grayish, grey-headed, grey-haired, Lady_Jane_Grey, Second_Earl_Grey, gray-headed, greyness, Grey, white-haired, grey, gray, hoary, Zane_Grey, greyish, hoar, grizzly


  • The clue is 45. Something fishy. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: ROE

    Possible Answer : roe, hard_roe


  • The clue is 46. Back in time. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: AGO

    Possible Answer : ago, agone


  • The clue is 47. Scatterbrain. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: AIRHEAD

    Possible Answer : airhead


  • The clue is 50. "This thing is SHARP! It handles potatoes and carrots with ease," e.g.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (12 letters)

    The answer: PEELERREVIEW


  • The clue is 56. "The Kiss" sculptor. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: RODIN

    Possible Answer : Rodin, Auguste_Rodin, Francois_Auguste_Rene_Rodin


  • The clue is 57. Stage a hostile takeover of. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: USURP

    Possible Answer : seize, take_over, usurp, arrogate, assume


  • The clue is 60. Blue dye. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: ANIL

    Possible Answer : Indigofera_suffruticosa, indigotin, indigo, anil, Indigofera_anil


  • The clue is 61. Inits. for a hit. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: SRO


  • The clue is 62. Dept. store inventory. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: GDS

    Possible Answer : soman, GD, Gd, gadolinium, atomic_number_64


  • The clue is 64. Face-planted. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: ATEIT


  • The clue is 66. Dodge S.U.V.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: DURANGO

    Possible Answer : Victoria_de_Durango, Durango


  • The clue is 69. Interior decorator's assertion that bold colors are back in style?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (17 letters)

    The answer: WHATSPASTELISPAST


  • The clue is 73. Like the view from Big Sur. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: COASTAL

    Possible Answer : coastal

    Possible Opposite Answer : inland


  • The clue is 75. Kind of farm. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: SOLAR

    Possible Answer : solar


  • The clue is 76. Survive a round of musical chairs. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: SIT

    Possible Answer : sit_down, ride, pose, sit, sit_around, baby-sit, posture, model, seat

    Possible Opposite Answer : arise, stand


  • The clue is 77. Setting for the musical "Two by Two". Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: ARK

    Possible Answer : Ark, ark, Ark_of_the_Covenant


  • The clue is 78. Inveigh (against). Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: RAIL

    Possible Answer : rail_in, train, revile, track, vilify, inveigh, railing, rail_off, vituperate, fulminate, runway, rails, rail


  • The clue is 81. E-bike alternative. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: MOPED

    Possible Answer : moon_about, mope_around, pout, mop_up, mow, moon_around, mope, wipe_up, mop, moped


  • The clue is 83. Smother, as with sauce. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: DROWN

    Possible Answer : overwhelm, swim, drown, submerge


  • The clue is 87. Santa's routes on Christmas Eve?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (12 letters)

    The answer: NOELFLYZONES


  • The clue is 91. "I categorically deny that!". Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: ITSALIE


  • The clue is 93. Job listing abbr.. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: EOE


  • The clue is 94. One might be organized by habitat. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: ZOO

    Possible Answer : menagerie, zoo, zoological_garden


  • The clue is 95. "A Death in the Family" novelist. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: AGEE

    Possible Answer : Agee, James_Agee


  • The clue is 97. Wall St. debut. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: IPO

    Possible Answer : initial_public_offering, initial_offering, IPO


  • The clue is 98. Advice after one's rival scores a perfect ten?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (19 letters)

    The answer: DONTGETMADGETELEVEN


  • The clue is 104. "Me day" destination. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: SPA

    Possible Answer : health_club, watering_hole, resort_hotel, health_spa, spa, watering_place


  • The clue is 106. Org. with a PreCheck option. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: TSA

    Possible Answer : TSA, Transportation_Security_Administration


  • The clue is 107. What fumaroles emit. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: STEAM

    Possible Answer : steam, steam_clean, steamer


  • The clue is 108. Like streets, but rarely alleyways. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: NAMED

    Possible Answer : describe, constitute, key_out, list, mention, diagnose, advert, identify, cite, key, make, bring_up, call, appoint, discover, refer, distinguish, name, nominate


  • The clue is 109. River through Florence. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

    The answer: ARNO

    Possible Answer : Arno_River, Arno, River_Arno


  • The clue is 111. Give an allowance?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: LET

    Possible Answer : lease, get, allow, LET, Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, countenance, Army_of_the_Righteous, Army_of_the_Pure, net_ball, rent, have, Lashkar-e-Taiba, permit, Lashkar-e-Toiba, let

    Possible Opposite Answer : prevent, forbid, disallow


  • The clue is 114. Lukewarm. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: TEPID

    Possible Answer : lukewarm, halfhearted, half-hearted, tepid


  • The clue is 116. Had a session. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

    The answer: MET

    Possible Answer : fulfill, receive, run_into, cope_with, take_on, adjoin, encounter, assemble, conform_to, contact, run_across, foregather, play, fulfil, gather, get_together, fill, fit, come_across, see, forgather, suffer, satisfy, meet, converge, match, touch

    Possible Opposite Answer : diverge


  • The clue is 117. Airline's promise to improve its timeliness?. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (21 letters)

    The answer: YOURDELAYSARENUMBERED


  • The clue is 124. Rim protector. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: HUBCAP

    Possible Answer : hubcap


  • The clue is 125. "___ is to place as eternity is to time": Joseph Joubert. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: SPACE

    Possible Answer : distance, blank, infinite, quad, space, place, outer_space, blank_space


  • The clue is 126. Where the entire "Newhart" series actually took place. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

    The answer: INADREAM


  • The clue is 127. Guiding principles. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

    The answer: IDEALS

    Possible Answer : nonsuch, saint, apotheosis, nonpareil, ideal, paragon, nonesuch


  • The clue is 128. Hollandaise sauce ingredients. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

    The answer: YOLKS

    Possible Answer : vitellus, egg_yolk, yolk


  • The clue is 129. They might get worn down while solving crosswords. Can you find the Answer?

    Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

    The answer: ERASERS

    Possible Answer : eraser


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Monday, June 1, 2026

NYT Mini Crossword Trivia Week 1 June 01, 2026 - Daily Answers

NYT Mini Puzzle Trivia Week 1 June 01, 2026 - Solved

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

Popular Puzzles: June 01 2020 NYT Clues Solutions | January 24 2020 NYT Clues Solutions | October 01 2019 NYT Clues Solutions |

About Today's Puzzle

NYT Mini Crossword solutions for June 01, 2026
NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Monday, June 01, 2026
Puzzle Statistics
Detail Information
Date June 01, 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.

5x5 Crossword Grid Pattern
Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4 Column 5
Row 1          
Row 2          
Row 3          
Row 4          
Row 5          

How to Solve This Puzzle Fast

  1. Read all the clues first - your brain will start working on them
  2. Fill in the short words first (3 letters or less)
  3. Use the crossing letters to help with harder words
  4. If a clue has a question mark (?), it's probably a joke or play on words
  5. 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.

Across Clues List
Number Clue
1 Across 54. Jingle or ditty
2 Across 50. North Carolina university
3 Across 61. It might read "Miss Universe"
4 Across 48. Capital of Oman
5 Across 51. Leo XIV, for one
6 Across 40. Nightmare scenario
7 Across 35. "___-haw!"
8 Across 58. Poems of praise
9 Across 18. Conclusion
10 Across 17. Despise

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:

1 Across: "54. Jingle or ditty"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: T__E

Answer:

Click to reveal TUNE

2 Across: "50. North Carolina university"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'N'
  • Word pattern: E__N

Answer:

Click to reveal ELON

3 Across: "61. It might read "Miss Universe""

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'H'
  • Word pattern: S__H

Answer:

Click to reveal SASH

4 Across: "48. Capital of Oman"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 6 letters
  • It starts with 'M' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: M____T

Answer:

Click to reveal MUSCAT

5 Across: "51. Leo XIV, for one"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'P' and ends with 'E'
  • Word pattern: P__E

Answer:

Click to reveal POPE

6 Across: "40. Nightmare scenario"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 8 letters
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'A'
  • Word pattern: D______A

Answer:

Click to reveal DYSTOPIA

7 Across: "35. "___-haw!""

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'Y' and ends with 'E'
  • This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal YEE

8 Across: "58. Poems of praise"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'O' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: O__S

Answer:

Click to reveal ODES

9 Across: "18. Conclusion"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'E' and ends with 'D'
  • Another word like this: cease

Answer:

Click to reveal END

10 Across: "17. Despise"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 6 letters
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: D____T

Answer:

Click to reveal DETEST

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number Clue
1 Down 41. Classic archery wood
2 Down 29. Superfan's ticket purchase
3 Down 30. It measures audience feedback
4 Down 39. Place to hang a fedora
5 Down 34. Gait faster than a walk
6 Down 49. Core belief
7 Down 20. Newswoman Curry
8 Down 5. Copies
9 Down 4. Physiques that aren't quite perfect
10 Down 12. Dated

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:

1 Down: "41. Classic archery wood"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'Y' and ends with 'W'
  • This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal YEW

2 Down: "29. Superfan's ticket purchase"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 10 letters
  • It starts with 'S' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: S________S

Answer:

Click to reveal SEASONPASS

3 Down: "30. It measures audience feedback"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 10 letters
  • It starts with 'C' and ends with 'R'
  • Word pattern: C________R

Answer:

Click to reveal CLAPOMETER

4 Down: "39. Place to hang a fedora"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 8 letters
  • It starts with 'H' and ends with 'D'
  • Word pattern: H______D

Answer:

Click to reveal HATSTAND

5 Down: "34. Gait faster than a walk"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: T__T

Answer:

Click to reveal TROT

6 Down: "49. Core belief"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 5 letters
  • It starts with 'T' and ends with 'T'
  • Word pattern: T___T

Answer:

Click to reveal TENET

7 Down: "20. Newswoman Curry"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'N'
  • This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal ANN

8 Down: "5. Copies"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 4 letters
  • It starts with 'A' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: A__S

Answer:

Click to reveal APES

9 Down: "4. Physiques that aren't quite perfect"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 7 letters
  • It starts with 'D' and ends with 'S'
  • Word pattern: D_____S

Answer:

Click to reveal DADBODS

10 Down: "12. Dated"

Helpful hints:

  • This word has 3 letters
  • It starts with 'O' and ends with 'D'
  • Another word like this: quondam

Answer:

Click to reveal OLD

How to Solve the NYT Mini Crossword Faster

Here are the best tips from expert solvers:

Step-by-Step Strategy

  1. Quick Scan: Read all clues once. Your brain starts working on them right away.
  2. Easy First: Fill in the shortest words (2-3 letters). These are usually simple words like "IT" or "ON".
  3. Use Crossings: When letters cross, they help you figure out harder words.
  4. Watch for Wordplay: Clues with question marks (?) are jokes or puns.
  5. 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

Today's Puzzle by the Numbers
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 58 seconds
Difficulty: Medium

More Puzzle Help

If you like the NYT Mini, you might enjoy these other puzzles too:

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Common Questions About Trivia Week 1

When can I play the Trivia Week 1 Mini?

The Trivia Week 1 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.

How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 1?

Most people solve the Trivia Week 1 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 1?

No! The Trivia Week 1 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.

What makes a good Trivia Week 1 solver?

Good Trivia Week 1 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 1?

Trivia Week 1 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.

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