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NYT Mini Crossword July 23, 2026 Answers

Every clue and answer for the New York Times Mini Crossword on July 23, 2026. Reveal the grid below, or tap any clue to see the other dates it has appeared.

Across

1Instrument in the bluegrass classic "Foggy Mountain Breakdown"BANJO

6Smart ___ (wise guy)ALECK

7Compete in a contest that's lost by blinkingSTARE

8Strongly dislikedHATED

9One of eight on a chessboard, or five in a Mini crosswordROW

Down

1Criticize harshlyBASH

2Where wedding rings are exchangedALTAR

3"Cool beans!"NEATO

4Preppy clothing brandJCREW

5Gave the green lightOKED

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