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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Aug. 21, 2025.
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Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: Common queries, informallyAnswer: FAQS
5A clue: Only four-letter country with a “Q” in its nameAnswer: IRAQ
6A clue: TV’s “The White ___”Answer: LOTUS
8A clue: Something you might “Mark as read”Answer: EMAIL
9A clue: LateAnswer: TARDY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: ___ mignonAnswer: FILET
2D clue: Burnt toast has a strong oneAnswer: AROMA
3D clue: Only five-letter country with a “Q” in its nameAnswer: QATAR
4D clue: Likely inspiration for the mythical krakenAnswer: SQUID
7D clue: SneakyAnswer: SLY
