NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Friday, August 9

Love crossword puzzles but short on time? The Mini Crossword from the New York Times is perfect for a quick daily challenge!

What is The Mini? The Mini is a compact version of the New York Times’ famous crossword puzzle. It’s designed to be solved in just a few minutes—typically around one minute for most players. Despite its smaller size and simpler layout, it can still be tricky, and getting stuck on a clue can affect your completion time.

Need a Hand? If you’re struggling with today’s Mini Crossword, don’t worry. We’ve got the answers for you below!

 

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Today

Across

  • Move like a kangaroo: HOP
  • Purple soda flavor: GRAPE
  • Bird used for sending messages on “House of the Dragon”: RAVEN
  • Oak tree-to-be: ACORN
  • What half-life measures, in nuclear physics: DECAY

Down

  • Pandemonium: HAVOC
  • Performance for a prima donna: OPERA
  • Take a ___, leave a ___: Penny
  • Mortarboard wearer: GRAD
  • A dash is a short one: RACE

Enjoy solving, and remember, The Mini is a great way to fit a bit of crossword fun into your day!