Here are the answers for the NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Aug. 16, 2026.
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Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? If you need a random hint, there are a lot of Bs and Os in today’s game. Read on for all the answers.
1A clue: [Guests must provide drinks]Answer: BYOB
5A clue: “A hearty congratulations!”Answer: BRAVO
7A clue: Part of a skyscraper or Snapchat feedAnswer: STORY
8A clue: Goal-scoring attemptAnswer: SHOT
2D clue: Internet giant with a purple logoAnswer: YAHOO
4D clue: Word before “language” or “lotion”Answer: BODY
5D clue: Person to whom you might say “I’ll have it on your desk tomorrow”Answer: BOSS
