Crossword Answer
This phrase reminds you to take care of your own business! 🐝
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Wednesday, July 08, 2026
By Ian Livengood
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NYT Mini Crossword Clues
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Crossword clues, hints, and answers
Across
- 1. Hairstyle for Jimi Hendrix — Answer: AFRO. Hint: Think of a bold and voluminous look that rocked the music world! 🎸
- 5. Snow-clearing vehicle — Answer: PLOW. Hint: Think of what removes snow to clear the way for cars! ❄️
- 6. Headwear for a monarch — Answer: CROWN. Hint: This shiny accessory often signifies royal authority! 👑
- 7. Car part that can be "popped" — Answer: HOOD. Hint: This part often covers your engine and can be lifted for a peek under the surface! 🚗
- 8. Iconic film character with a fedora hat, familiarly — Answer: INDY. Hint: He takes you on thrilling adventures and always seems to find trouble, especially in ancient ruins! 🏺
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- 1. Chef's garment — Answer: APRON. Hint: This kitchen essential keeps you clean while you create your culinary masterpieces! 🍳
- 2. Biblical phenomenon caused by 40 days of rain — Answer: FLOOD. Hint: When the skies open up and there's too much water, think of a great deluge! 🌧️
- 3. Obstreperous — Answer: ROWDY. Hint: Think of a lively crowd that just won't settle down! 🎉
- 4. "Mind your ___ beeswax!" — Answer: OWN. Hint: This phrase reminds you to take care of your own business! 🐝
- 6. Invisible life force, in Chinese philosophy — Answer: CHI. Hint: This energy flows through everything, according to ancient beliefs! 🌬️
The answer to “"Mind your ___ beeswax!"” in the New York Times Mini crossword is OWN — a 3-letter word. This clue ran in the NYT Mini on July 8, 2026 (4-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.
“"Mind your ___ beeswax!"” answer
OWN (3 letters)
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Why the answer is OWN
This phrase reminds you to take care of your own business! 🐝
More NYT Mini answers for July 8, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the NYT Mini on July 8, 2026 — tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
Across
- 1. Hairstyle for Jimi Hendrix → AFRO
- 5. Snow-clearing vehicle → PLOW
- 6. Headwear for a monarch → CROWN
- 7. Car part that can be "popped" → HOOD
- 8. Iconic film character with a fedora hat, familiarly → INDY
Down
- 1. Chef's garment → APRON
- 2. Biblical phenomenon caused by 40 days of rain → FLOOD
- 3. Obstreperous → ROWDY
- 4. "Mind your ___ beeswax!" → OWN
- 6. Invisible life force, in Chinese philosophy → CHI
Want the whole grid in one place? The full NYT Mini answer list for July 8, 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 “"Mind your ___ beeswax!"”?
The answer is OWN, a 3-letter word. It appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on July 8, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “"Mind your ___ beeswax!"”?
3 letters: OWN.
Where did this clue appear?
In the New York Times Mini crossword on July 8, 2026, at 4-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.