NYT Mini Crossword August 1 hints and answers: All the clues and words to crack today’s fast puzzle

Nillohit Bagchi | Aug 01, 2025, 19:26 IST

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Stuck on today’s NYT Mini Crossword? We’ve listed all the hints and answers you need to solve the quick puzzle from August 1. Whether you missed one clue or got stuck mid-grid, this guide breaks down each Across and Down to help you finish strong.

The Mini Crossword is the New York Times' fast-paced, bite-sized version of their full crossword. It’s short, clever, and perfect for speed runs. But even the smallest puzzles can throw you off, a tricky clue or clever wordplay can mess with your flow. If you need help with today’s Mini for August 1, 2025, we’ve got all the clues and answers ready for you below.

NYT Mini Crossword clues and answers: August 1, 2025

Across

Arm-y greeting: Hug
Undiluted ... or a country with its vowels swapped: Pure
Ballroom dance ... or a country with its vowels swapped: Tango
Played a role: Acted
Eisenberg of The Social Network: Jesse

Down

Ketchup brand: Hunts
Eggs on: Urged
Crystal-lined rock: Geode
Marathoner's concern: Pace
___ Mahal: Taj

That’s it for today’s Mini! If you’re hooked on quick puzzles, don’t forget to check out Strands, Connections, and Wordle too. You’ll find today’s hints and answers for those games on our page as well.