Highest number in sudoku

Latest answer — August 11, 2026

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Clue decoded

Standard sudoku uses the digits 1 through 9, making NINE the highest possible number. The answer is written as a word to match the spelled-out entry.

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Completed sudoku grid containing the digits one through nine

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  1. 1"Magic" items for Jack, in a classic fairy tale
  2. 6What the "A" stands for in A/V
  3. 7Political ally who receives corrupt benefits
  4. 8"Uh-uh"
  5. 9Cutesy suffix with "best"

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  1. 1Portmanteau for a skin problem under a T-shirt or bra strap
  2. 2Continental currency units
  3. 3"___, don't shop" (pet shelter slogan)
  4. 4Highest number in sudoku
  5. 5Veggie burger ingredient

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

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  1. 1. "Magic" items for Jack, in a classic fairy tale — Answer: BEANS. Hint: Jack traded his cow for these enchanted garden starters in the famous fairy tale 🌱
  2. 6. What the "A" stands for in A/V — Answer: AUDIO. Hint: It refers to the sound component paired with video in an entertainment setup. 🔊
  3. 7. Political ally who receives corrupt benefits — Answer: CRONY. Hint: This favored friend benefits from a politician’s shady generosity 🏛️
  4. 8. "Uh-uh" — Answer: NOPE. Hint: A casual way to say “not a chance” 🙂
  5. 9. Cutesy suffix with "best" — Answer: EST. Hint: Think of the playful ending that turns “best” into an affectionate nickname. 🥰

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  1. 1. Portmanteau for a skin problem under a T-shirt or bra strap — Answer: BACNE. Hint: Think of breakouts appearing on the part of you that your shirt covers behind you. 🧴
  2. 2. Continental currency units — Answer: EUROS. Hint: Many European nations use these as their everyday money. 💶
  3. 3. "___, don't shop" (pet shelter slogan) — Answer: ADOPT. Hint: A shelter slogan urges you to choose a rescue pet rather than buy one. 🐾
  4. 4. Highest number in sudoku — Answer: NINE. Hint: In a standard Sudoku grid, this is the largest digit you can place. 🔢
  5. 5. Veggie burger ingredient — Answer: SOY. Hint: This protein-rich bean is also used to make tofu and tempeh 🌱

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The answer to “Highest number in sudoku” in the New York Times Mini crossword is NINE — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 11, 2026 at 4-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.

“Highest number in sudoku” answer

NINE (4 letters)

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What is the answer to “Highest number in sudoku”?

The answer is NINE, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 11, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Highest number in sudoku”?

4 letters: NINE.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Mini crossword on August 11, 2026, at 4-Down.

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