Be sincere

Latest answer — August 08, 2026

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Clue decoded

To be sincere is to MEAN IT, as in “I apologize, and I mean it.” The grid writes the two-word phrase without a space.

Clue type:
Phrase or idiom
Normal form:
mean it

MEAN IT → MEANIT

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This clue's Saturday, August 08, 2026 appearance

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  1. 1Five lines on sheet music
  2. 6Material for the Venus de Milo and Michelangelo's David
  3. 7Bird that helps to rescue Nemo in "Finding Nemo"
  4. 8___ milk
  5. 9Pal
  6. 10Collective way of singing
  7. 12Metal container that's a synonym for "insignificant"
  8. 13"Rare" order at a restaurant

Down

  1. 1Square cracker
  2. 2Three: Prefix
  3. 3What often starts with an apple and ends with a zebra
  4. 4Show off
  5. 5Ward (off)
  6. 6Be sincere
  7. 7Throws a hissy-fit
  8. 11Destination for a mother-daughter day, perhaps

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Five lines on sheet music — Answer: STAFF. Hint: Think of the set of horizontal lines where musical notes find their place 🎼
  2. 6. Material for the Venus de Milo and Michelangelo's David — Answer: MARBLE. Hint: Think of the pale stone that made these iconic sculptures possible. 🗿
  3. 7. Bird that helps to rescue Nemo in "Finding Nemo" — Answer: PELICAN. Hint: Think of the big coastal bird with a pouch-like bill that lends a wing during Nemo’s rescue. 🐦
  4. 8. ___ milk — Answer: OAT. Hint: Think of the creamy, plant-based milk that baristas often steam for lattes. 🥛
  5. 9. Pal — Answer: BUD. Hint: This word often describes a close friend or companion, especially in a casual context! 🤗
  6. 10. Collective way of singing — Answer: UNISON. Hint: When everyone sings the same melody together, they’re using this musical approach. 🎶
  7. 12. Metal container that's a synonym for "insignificant" — Answer: TINPOT. Hint: Think of a humble metal can that can also describe something unimpressive. 🥫
  8. 13. "Rare" order at a restaurant — Answer: STEAK. Hint: A diner who prefers their beef barely cooked might place this order. 🥩

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  1. 1. Square cracker — Answer: SALTINE. Hint: This crisp, lightly salted snack is a classic companion to soup or cheese. 🧀
  2. 2. Three: Prefix — Answer: TRI. Hint: This prefix signals a group of three, as in a bicycle with three wheels. 🚲
  3. 3. What often starts with an apple and ends with a zebra — Answer: ABCBOOK. Hint: Think of a beginner-friendly book that teaches letters through examples from A to Z. 📚
  4. 4. Show off — Answer: FLAUNT. Hint: To do this is to display something proudly, perhaps a new outfit or talent. 😎
  5. 5. Ward (off) — Answer: FEND. Hint: Keep danger at bay with this protective action. 🛡️
  6. 6. Be sincere — Answer: MEANIT. Hint: Speak from the heart and genuinely stand behind your words. 💬
  7. 7. Throws a hissy-fit — Answer: POUTS. Hint: Shows displeasure with a sulky facial expression 😤
  8. 11. Destination for a mother-daughter day, perhaps — Answer: SPA. Hint: A relaxing place where you can enjoy pampering and quality time together 💆

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The answer to “Be sincere” in the New York Times Mini crossword is MEANIT — a 6-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 8, 2026 at 6-Down. 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.

“Be sincere” answer

MEANIT (6 letters)

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What is the answer to “Be sincere”?

The answer is MEANIT, a 6-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 8, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Be sincere”?

6 letters: MEANIT.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 8, 2026, at 6-Down.

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