What are the Mini Crossword answers for August 12, 2026?

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Our Mini Crossword Answers — August 12, 2026

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August 12, 2026

Answer key

Across

1. Chimp or gorilla

4. Color between black and white

5. Overused, like a cliché

6. Peck on the cheek

7. The loneliest number, in a song

Down

1. Get up out of bed

2. Gentle taps on the back

3. Organ you see with

4. Big cheesy smile

5. Boxing win when a fighter can't continue, for short

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What are the Mini Crossword answers for August 12, 2026?: Every across and down answer for the August 12, 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 12, 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.