Bistro handout

Latest answer — July 24, 2026

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Think of a menu that lists tasty options! 🍽️

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Across

  1. 1Tooth in a transmission
  2. 4With 6-Across, mechanic's miscellanea
  3. 6See 4-Across
  4. 7They contain transmissions
  5. 8Whom O'Brien succeeded and then preceded

Down

  1. 1Bistro handout
  2. 2Playwright Joe or quarterback Kyle
  3. 3Plaster of paris with glue for use in painting
  4. 4Place whose workers might press the flesh?
  5. 5First name of "the cute Beatle"

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Across

  1. 1. Tooth in a transmission — Answer: COG. Hint: Think of something that helps gears turn smoothly! ⚙️
  2. 4. With 6-Across, mechanic's miscellanea — Answer: SPARE. Hint: Think of what you might need in case of an unexpected car situation! 🛠️
  3. 6. See 4-Across — Answer: PARTS. Hint: Think of the components that make up a whole! 🧩
  4. 7. They contain transmissions — Answer: AUTOS. Hint: These wheels are often fueled by more than just gas! 🚗
  5. 8. Whom O'Brien succeeded and then preceded — Answer: LENO. Hint: This late-night host is known for his monologues and a big chin! 😂

Down

  1. 1. Bistro handout — Answer: CARTE. Hint: Think of a menu that lists tasty options! 🍽️
  2. 2. Playwright Joe or quarterback Kyle — Answer: ORTON. Hint: Think of two talented individuals who share a unique last name! 🎭
  3. 3. Plaster of paris with glue for use in painting — Answer: GESSO. Hint: This art supply creates a smooth surface for your canvas and helps colors pop! 🎨
  4. 4. Place whose workers might press the flesh? — Answer: SPA. Hint: Think of a relaxing spot where you can rejuvenate and perhaps enjoy a comforting touch! 😊
  5. 5. First name of "the cute Beatle" — Answer: PAUL. Hint: This Beatle shares his name with a famous sandwich! 🥪

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The answer to “Bistro handout” in the The Washington Post Mini crossword is CARTE — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 24, 2026 at 1-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.

“Bistro handout” answer

CARTE (5 letters)

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Why the answer is CARTE

Think of a menu that lists tasty options! 🍽️

When else has “Bistro handout” appeared?

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July 24, 2026 (most recent) → CARTE. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Bistro handout”?

The answer is CARTE, a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 24, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Bistro handout”?

5 letters: CARTE.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Washington Post Mini crossword on July 24, 2026, at 1-Down.

Can “Bistro handout” have a different answer?

Yes — The Washington Post Mini sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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