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Mini Crossword Hints — July 7, 2026

Open one clue at a time. Each row moves from gentle nudge to stronger help without revealing the full answer.

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Across

1 Across: The actors in a play or movieHint
  1. Hint 1: Think about the world of theater and film when reading this clue.
  2. Hint 2: This word refers to the whole group of performers assembled for a production.
  3. Hint 3: It means the group of actors in a show, and it starts with C.
5 Across: Jolly figure in a red suitHint
  1. Hint 1: This is a holiday-themed clue about a beloved winter character.
  2. Hint 2: He's known for delivering presents on Christmas Eve and wearing a big red outfit.
  3. Hint 3: This jolly gift-giver's name starts with S.
6 Across: Colorless gas used in light bulbsHint
  1. Hint 1: This is a chemistry-related clue about elements used in everyday objects.
  2. Hint 2: This noble gas is often used to fill light bulbs because it doesn't react with the filament.
  3. Hint 3: This element's name starts with A and is used in incandescent bulbs.
7 Across: Staggers, as from dizzinessHint
  1. Hint 1: Think about what happens to your balance when you feel woozy.
  2. Hint 2: This word describes an unsteady, swaying motion like someone who's lightheaded.
  3. Hint 3: It means to stagger or sway, and it starts with R.
8 Across: Small islandHint
  1. Hint 1: This is a geography term for a small landmass.
  2. Hint 2: Think of a tiny piece of land completely surrounded by water.
  3. Hint 3: It means a small island, and it starts with I.

Down

1 Down: Looks after, with 'for'Hint
  1. Hint 1: This phrase is about showing concern or responsibility for someone.
  2. Hint 2: When paired with 'for', it means to take care of or look after someone.
  3. Hint 3: It means looks after, and it starts with C.
2 Down: Winged heavenly beingHint
  1. Hint 1: This is a clue about a religious or mythical figure often depicted with wings.
  2. Hint 2: Think of a heavenly messenger often shown in art with wings and a halo.
  3. Hint 3: It means a winged heavenly being, and it starts with A.
3 Down: Swiped, or a fur wrap?Hint
  1. Hint 1: This clue has a double meaning involving theft and fashion.
  2. Hint 2: It can mean took something without permission, or a long fur wrap worn over the shoulders.
  3. Hint 3: It means swiped or a fur wrap, and it starts with S.
4 Down: Deepens in color at the beachHint
  1. Hint 1: This is about what happens to your skin after time in the sun.
  2. Hint 2: Think of the bronzing effect the sun gives your skin at the beach.
  3. Hint 3: It means deepens in color from sun exposure, and it starts with T.
5 Down: Elegant garment of IndiaHint
  1. Hint 1: This is a clue about traditional clothing from South Asia.
  2. Hint 2: Think of a long, flowing garment traditionally worn by women in India.
  3. Hint 3: It means an elegant Indian garment, and it starts with S.

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Reveal the first hint, try the grid again, then come back only if the crossing letters still do not move.

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