September 1, 2026archive
NYT Mini Crossword — September 1, 2026
Hints — one at a time
Hint 1 of 5
Today's five-by-five opens with the pair of organs you use to see, then a classic sign-off symbolizing hugs and kisses.
Hint 2 of 5
Continue across with a word for gaining support behind a plan or proposal, and the words a couple exchanges during a wedding ceremony.
Hint 3 of 5
The last across answer is a common way to close out a friendly email.
Hint 4 of 5
Down starts with a word for giving off a strong impression or scent, and classic string-and-spool toys.
Hint 5 of 5
Finish down with a word meaning to be alive or present, the relationship of the youngest royal child to his famous parents, and the cloth tied around a baby to catch spills.
The answer — spoilers!
Reveal the full answer
- Peering pair — EYES
- "Hugs and kisses" sign-off — XOXO
- Support, as for a corporate plan — BUYIN
- Words exchanged at the wedding altar — IDOS
- Email sign-off — BEST
- Give off strongly — EXUDE
- Toys on strings — YOYOS
- Be in the world — EXIST
- Prince Archie, to Harry and Meghan — SON
- Neckwear for a baby — BIB
This puzzle by the numbers
- 5 across, 5 down
- BUYIN (5)
Counted from our own archive of NYT Mini Crossword answers — not published anywhere else.
