Crossword Answer
Think of what you might leave for great service after a meal! 💵
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026
By Joel Fagliano
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NYT Mini Crossword Clues
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Crossword clues, hints, and answers
Across
- 1. Body part exposed in a sandal — Answer: TOE. Hint: Think of what often peeks out from your feet while enjoying warm weather! 🩴
- 4. With 7-Across, zen state of mind — Answer: INNER. Hint: Think about the space within yourself where peace resides. 🧘♂️
- 7. See 4-Across — Answer: PEACE. Hint: Find harmony in the midst of chaos! ✌️
- 8. Goldman ___ (investment bank) — Answer: SACHS. Hint: This investment bank is often mentioned alongside a renowned financial family! 💰
- 9. Many a kid's gift — Answer: TOY. Hint: Think of what lights up a child's face on their special day! 🎁
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- 1. Hits the "15%" or "20%" button, say — Answer: TIPS. Hint: Think of what you might leave for great service after a meal! 💵
- 2. ___-Day (vitamin brand) — Answer: ONEA. Hint: This brand's name suggests the importance of daily vitamins! 🌞
- 3. Vote into law — Answer: ENACT. Hint: To make something official, you often need to take this crucial step! 🗳️
- 5. Word shouted into a canyon — Answer: ECHO. Hint: What you might hear back when you call out in a mountain range! 📣
- 6. Table booking website — Answer: RESY. Hint: This site helps you secure a spot for dinner without the wait! 🍽️
The answer to “Hits the "15%" or "20%" button, say” in the New York Times Mini crossword is TIPS — a 4-letter word. This clue ran in the NYT Mini on July 7, 2026 (1-Down), and if it's the last square standing between you and a finished grid, that's the word you need. Below you'll find why it fits, plus every other clue and answer from that day's puzzle in case more than one square has you stuck.
“Hits the "15%" or "20%" button, say” answer
TIPS (4 letters)
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Why the answer is TIPS
Think of what you might leave for great service after a meal! 💵
More NYT Mini answers for July 7, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the NYT Mini on July 7, 2026 — tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
Across
- 1. Body part exposed in a sandal → TOE
- 4. With 7-Across, zen state of mind → INNER
- 7. See 4-Across → PEACE
- 8. Goldman ___ (investment bank) → SACHS
- 9. Many a kid's gift → TOY
Down
- 1. Hits the "15%" or "20%" button, say → TIPS
- 2. ___-Day (vitamin brand) → ONEA
- 3. Vote into law → ENACT
- 5. Word shouted into a canyon → ECHO
- 6. Table booking website → RESY
Want the whole grid in one place? The full NYT Mini answer list for July 7, 2026 is on the puzzle's answers page, and today's live NYT Mini answers are always one click away from the today page.
About the NYT Mini crossword
The New York Times Mini is a free, 5×5 (sometimes larger) bite-size version of the paper's famous crossword, edited by Joel Fagliano. It publishes a fresh grid every day and is built for a fast solve — most players finish in a minute or two — which is exactly why a single tricky clue stands out. Because the Mini leans on everyday, current references, the answers are usually common words once the wordplay clicks.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Hits the "15%" or "20%" button, say”?
The answer is TIPS, a 4-letter word. It appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on July 7, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Hits the "15%" or "20%" button, say”?
4 letters: TIPS.
Where did this clue appear?
In the New York Times Mini crossword on July 7, 2026, at 1-Down.
Where can I find the rest of today's NYT Mini answers?
Every clue and answer from that day's puzzle is linked above, and the full grid is on the NYT Mini answers page.