Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Sept. 30

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The Mini Crossword is a nice break from the tougher puzzles, and it takes only a fraction of the time of the vaunted, regular New York Times Crossword puzzle.

Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? Since I live in Seattle, 4-Down was a cinch for me. Read on for all the answers.

Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: “Yes, I can come,” “No, we’re out of town,” etc.
Answer: RSVPS

6A clue: Devoured entirely
Answer: ATEUP

7A clue: Sweet tropical fruit
Answer: MANGO

8A clue: Group of eight
Answer: OCTET

9A clue: Short comedic performances
Answer: SKITS

The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Sept. 30, 2026.NYT/Screenshot by CNET

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Anthony ___, star of “Hamilton” and “In the Heights”
Answer: RAMOS

2D clue: Pile of pancakes
Answer: STACK

3D clue: 20-ounce Starbucks size
Answer: VENTI

4D clue: Seattle’s ___ Sound
Answer: PUGET

5D clue: What parking garages, ladybugs and dominoes all have
Answer: SPOTS

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