Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.)
Latest answer — August 31, 2026
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Clue explained
RSVP is the abbreviation from the French “Répondez s’il vous plaît,” traditionally printed on invitations to request a reply. The clue’s “initials” and “abbr.” both signal that the answer is an abbreviated form.
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This clue's Monday, August 31, 2026 appearance
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- 1. Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.) — Answer: RSVP. Hint: These initials politely ask guests to confirm attendance. ✉️
- 6. Fib — Answer: LIE. Hint: Sometimes it's just a little white one to avoid hurting feelings! 🤫
- 7. German submarine — Answer: UBOAT. Hint: This is the classic German underwater military vessel. ⚓
- 9. Male sheep — Answer: RAM. Hint: This male farm animal is also associated with horns and headbutting. 🐏
- 10. Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.) — Answer: BYOB. Hint: This party abbreviation tells guests to bring their own drinks. 🍻
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- 2. Film-making effect; looms (anag.) — Answer: SLOMO. Hint: A cinematic effect makes movement appear deliberately slowed. 🎬
- 3. By way of — Answer: VIA. Hint: Think about a path or route to get somewhere! 🚶♂️
- 4. Budgies, goldfish and the like — Answer: PETS. Hint: Budgies and goldfish belong in this friendly category of household companions. 🐾
- 5. Restrain — Answer: CURB. Hint: As a verb, this means to hold something back or keep it under control. 🛑
- 8. Sea inlet — Answer: BAY. Hint: A sheltered coastal indentation offers boats a calmer spot. 🌊
The answer to “Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.)” in the The Telegraph Mini crossword is RSVP — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Telegraph Mini crossword on August 31, 2026 at 1-Across. Other answers we've seen for this clue include BYOB. 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.
“Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.)” answer
RSVP (4 letters) — most recent; also seen as BYOB
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Other answers for “Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.)”
The Telegraph Mini has used this clue with more than one solution. Besides RSVP, it has also been BYOB. Every appearance we've indexed is listed below with the date it ran.
- August 31, 2026 (most recent) → RSVP
- August 31, 2026 → BYOB
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.)”?
The answer is RSVP, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Telegraph Mini crossword on August 31, 2026. Other answers for this clue include BYOB.
How many letters is the answer to “Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.)”?
4 letters: RSVP. Earlier fills for this clue have also been BYOB (4).
When did this clue appear?
Most recently in the The Telegraph Mini crossword on August 31, 2026, at 1-Across. Earlier appearances: August 31, 2026 → BYOB.
Can “Initials seen on a party invitation (abbr.)” have a different answer?
Yes. Besides RSVP, The Telegraph Mini has also used BYOB for this clue. Every date and answer is listed above.
Where can I find the rest of today's Telegraph Mini answers?
Every clue and answer from that day's puzzle is linked above, and the full grid is on the Telegraph Mini answers page.
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