Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026.
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1A clue: Flatten, informallyAnswer: SMUSH
6A clue: African mammal that can weigh up to 10,000 poundsAnswer: HIPPO
7A clue: “___ next time!”Answer: UNTIL
8A clue: Add fuel to, as a fireAnswer: STOKE
2D clue: Like many green mouthwashesAnswer: MINTY
3D clue: Request that precedes “down low … too slow!”Answer: UPTOP
4D clue: Powerful volleyball hitAnswer: SPIKE