Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, Aug. 16

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Credit: CNETNeed some help with today's Mini Crossword? If you need a random hint, there are a lot of Bs and Os in today's game. Read on for all the answers.
Mini across clues and answers
1A clue: [Guests must provide drinks]
Answer:BYOB
5A clue: "A hearty congratulations!"
Answer:BRAVO
6A clue: ___ and aahed
Answer:OOHED
7A clue: Part of a skyscraper or Snapchat feed
Answer:STORY
8A clue: Goal-scoring attempt
Answer:SHOT

The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Aug. 16, 2026.NYT/Screenshot by CNET
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Soup base
Answer:BROTH
2D clue: Internet giant with a purple logo
Answer:YAHOO
3D clue: In-your-face
Answer:OVERT
4D clue: Word before "language" or "lotion"
Answer:BODY
5D clue: Person to whom you might say "I'll have it on your desk tomorrow"
Answer:BOSS

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