Background actor

Latest answer — September 09, 2026

6 Across

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Clue explained

An EXTRA is a background actor who appears in a film or television scene without a major speaking role. Here the answer is a singular noun matching “actor.”

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Definition
Several background actors appearing in a crowd scene on a film set.

NYT Mini Crossword

This clue's Wednesday, September 09, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1Gentle, comforting touches
  2. 5Give a call or text, informally
  3. 6Background actor
  4. 7Avid war advocates
  5. 8Greek god of love

Down

  1. 1Studio behind "Coco" and "Cars"
  2. 2When some late lunches begin
  3. 3___ and Caicos
  4. 4Luxury health retreats
  5. 5Snickering laugh

The answer to “Background actor” in the New York Times Mini crossword is EXTRA — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on September 9, 2026 at 6-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Background actor” answer

EXTRA (5 letters)

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What does EXTRA mean?

Reading the plain dictionary sense of EXTRA is often the fastest way to see why it answers this clue.

(adjective)

  • added to an existing or usual amount or number; additional
  • excessive or extravagant

When else has “Background actor” appeared?

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September 9, 2026 (most recent) → EXTRA. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Background actor”?

The answer is EXTRA, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on September 9, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Background actor”?

5 letters: EXTRA.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Mini crossword on September 9, 2026, at 6-Across.

Can “Background actor” have a different answer?

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