What are the Mini Crossword answers for August 5, 2026?

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Mini Crossword Answers — August 5, 2026

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August 5, 2026

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Across

1. Chimps and gorillas

5. Moved stealthily, like a cat burglar

7. Sacred Jewish scroll

8. Cinnamon or nutmeg

9. Appear to be

Down

1. Performs on stage

2. Movie set items like fake swords

3. Spooky, like an old haunted house

4. The final frontier, to Star Trek fans

6. Those folks over there

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What are the Mini Crossword answers for August 5, 2026?: Every across and down answer for the August 5, 2026 puzzle is in the key above — reveal them one at a time or all at once.
Is this the NYT Mini answer key?: No. This is the answer key for our own original daily Mini Crossword. It is not affiliated with, authorized by, sponsored by, or endorsed by The New York Times.
Can I solve the August 5, 2026 puzzle before seeing answers?: Yes — play it first, or use the step-by-step hint page for this date if you only need a push.