NYT Crossword Answers - Jul 8

By Mason Hyunjin Lee

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  1. 1Cartographers' concernsMAPS
  2. 5Go byELAPSE
  3. 11Helpful skill for guessersESP
  4. 14Working obedientlyATIT
  5. 15Mickey with an Oscar nomination for "The Wrestler"ROURKE
  6. 16Champiñones ___ plancha (Spanish dish)ALA
  7. 17[C/P]auseMAKEORBREAK
  8. 19DroopSAG
  9. 20Food mentioned in the Lord's PrayerBREAD
  10. 21What "Eat" stands for in the mnemonic "Never Eat Soggy Waffles"EAST
  11. 22Buzz before a releaseHYPE
  12. 23Low-quality synthetic images, informallyAISLOP
  13. 25Prepare to drive, in golfTEEUP
  14. 27[L/C]ureTRICKORTREAT
  15. 32Result of touching poison ivyITCH
  16. 35"The Deer Hunter" setting, in briefNAM
  17. 36Old, as a jokeSTALE
  18. 37Casual refusalNAH
  19. 38"Way to go, kid!"ATTABOY
  20. 41Heir to the throne, maybeSON
  21. 42Like a good explanation, sayCLEAR
  22. 44Brain ___ROT
  23. 45Prominent features of tarsiersEYES
  24. 46[M/H]indsHEADSORTAILS
  25. 50Fitness fad popularized by Billy BlanksTAEBO
  26. 51"Animal Farm" or "The Simpsons"SATIRE
  27. 55Soccer great MiaHAMM
  28. 57Apartment with a high ceilingLOFT
  29. 60New beginningRESET
  30. 61Pub orderALE
  31. 62[Z/R]estLIFEORDEATH
  32. 64Magic setting, in briefNBA
  33. 65List of things to discussAGENDA
  34. 66Mother of a stable family?MARE
  35. 67___ palGAL
  36. 68IndividualPERSON
  37. 69Hershey toffee barSKOR

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  1. 1Black ___, nickname for Kobe BryantMAMBA
  2. 2Company that created PongATARI
  3. 3Fish, roads or weapons that are long and thinPIKES
  4. 4SneakinessSTEALTH
  5. 5GoofERR
  6. 6Brain or ear partLOBE
  7. 7Coolness, of a sortAURA
  8. 8Magician's cryPRESTO
  9. 9Many a Winter OlympianSKATER
  10. 10"Holy moley!"EEK
  11. 11"No sweat!"EASYPEASY
  12. 12___ on the wristSLAP
  13. 13Word with home or halfPAGE
  14. 18What cologne may maskODOR
  15. 22InjuredHURT
  16. 24Pub orderPINT
  17. 26Site for "unique and creative" itemsETSY
  18. 28"Sleep is like a ___: It only comes to you if you ignore it": Gillian FlynnCAT
  19. 29Big box store that merged with Sears in 2005KMART
  20. 30Sunburn remedyALOE
  21. 31X's, sometimesTENS
  22. 32Ruler divisionINCH
  23. 33Tall storyTALE
  24. 34Weekly reward for a strict dieter, maybeCHEATMEAL
  25. 38Keister, in LeicesterARSE
  26. 39Feathered accessory that won't constrict youBOA
  27. 40Singer ReddingOTIS
  28. 43First in a race?ADAM
  29. 45Regards highlyESTEEMS
  30. 47Do a favorOBLIGE
  31. 48Worker overheadROOFER
  32. 49Cooking fatLARD
  33. 52Chris with the 1991 hit "Wicked Game"ISAAK
  34. 53Cool again, maybeRETRO
  35. 54HeavensETHER
  36. 55Rest like a batHANG
  37. 56Jessica of "Fantastic Four"ALBA
  38. 58Marshy areasFENS
  39. 59Task on a listTODO
  40. 62Greatly surpass, as competitors in a raceLAP
  41. 63RacedRAN

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Cartographers' concerns — Answer: MAPS. Hint: These are essential tools for navigation and exploration! 🗺️
  2. 5. Go by — Answer: ELAPSE. Hint: Time can often quietly pass without you noticing it! ⏳
  3. 11. Helpful skill for guessers — Answer: ESP. Hint: Think beyond the ordinary senses when trying to read someone's mind! 🔮
  4. 14. Working obediently — Answer: ATIT. Hint: Think about someone who diligently follows orders without question! 😊
  5. 15. Mickey with an Oscar nomination for "The Wrestler" — Answer: ROURKE. Hint: This actor shares a name with a famous piece of sport, but he's not just in the ring! 🥊
  6. 16. Champiñones ___ plancha (Spanish dish) — Answer: ALA. Hint: This dish features mushrooms grilled to perfection, often enjoyed in tapas! 🍽️
  7. 17. [C/P]ause — Answer: MAKEORBREAK. Hint: It's the moment that can define success or failure! 🎯
  8. 19. Droop — Answer: SAG. Hint: Think of how your spirits might do when you're feeling down! 😌
  9. 20. Food mentioned in the Lord's Prayer — Answer: BREAD. Hint: This staple can be found on many dinner tables and is often broken at meals. 🍞
  10. 21. What "Eat" stands for in the mnemonic "Never Eat Soggy Waffles" — Answer: EAST. Hint: Think about the direction that comes after north and west in our favorite food mnemonic! 🧇
  11. 22. Buzz before a release — Answer: HYPE. Hint: Get ready for the excitement before the big reveal! 🎉
  12. 23. Low-quality synthetic images, informally — Answer: AISLOP. Hint: These digital creations might not meet your expectations! 🎨
  13. 25. Prepare to drive, in golf — Answer: TEEUP. Hint: It's time to set the stage for your perfect shot! ⛳
  14. 27. [L/C]ure — Answer: TRICKORTREAT. Hint: It's a playful phrase that children use on Halloween to ask for goodies! 🎃
  15. 32. Result of touching poison ivy — Answer: ITCH. Hint: A bothersome sensation that makes you want to scratch! 🌿
  16. 35. "The Deer Hunter" setting, in brief — Answer: NAM. Hint: Think of the region associated with a significant conflict during the 20th century. 🌍
  17. 36. Old, as a joke — Answer: STALE. Hint: When humor loses its freshness, it might just be a bit too old! 😂
  18. 37. Casual refusal — Answer: NAH. Hint: A laid-back way to say no might just be a simple sound. 😄
  19. 38. "Way to go, kid!" — Answer: ATTABOY. Hint: A cheer for a job well done, especially for the young achiever! 🎉
  20. 41. Heir to the throne, maybe — Answer: SON. Hint: Think of a royal figure who might carry on the family name! 👑
  21. 42. Like a good explanation, say — Answer: CLEAR. Hint: Something that's easy to see through often makes things easier to understand! 🔍
  22. 44. Brain ___ — Answer: ROT. Hint: This phrase often refers to a state of mind, where things can get a bit fuzzy! 🧠
  23. 45. Prominent features of tarsiers — Answer: EYES. Hint: These creatures are known for their large peepers that help them see in the dark! 👀
  24. 46. [M/H]inds — Answer: HEADSORTAILS. Hint: Think of a playful way to decide who goes first in a game! 🎲
  25. 50. Fitness fad popularized by Billy Blanks — Answer: TAEBO. Hint: Get ready to kick and punch your way to fitness! 🥋
  26. 51. "Animal Farm" or "The Simpsons" — Answer: SATIRE. Hint: Think of a clever way to poke fun at society! 😄
  27. 55. Soccer great Mia — Answer: HAMM. Hint: Think of a legendary player who scored major goals and shares a name with a popular breakfast item! ⚽
  28. 57. Apartment with a high ceiling — Answer: LOFT. Hint: Think of a trendy living space that might also double as an art studio! 🖼️
  29. 60. New beginning — Answer: RESET. Hint: Sometimes you need to wipe the slate clean and start fresh! 🔄
  30. 61. Pub order — Answer: ALE. Hint: This frothy beverage is a classic choice for many at the bar! 🍻
  31. 62. [Z/R]est — Answer: LIFEORDEATH. Hint: Consider the ultimate question that can change everything! ⚖️
  32. 64. Magic setting, in brief — Answer: NBA. Hint: Think of a thrilling arena where some amazing talents showcase their skills! 🏀
  33. 65. List of things to discuss — Answer: AGENDA. Hint: It's the plan you want to follow for a productive meeting! 📝
  34. 66. Mother of a stable family? — Answer: MARE. Hint: This female horse might just be the key to your clue! 🐴
  35. 67. ___ pal — Answer: GAL. Hint: Think of a word often used to refer to a female friend! 👩‍❤️‍👩
  36. 68. Individual — Answer: PERSON. Hint: Think of someone unique in your life! 😊
  37. 69. Hershey toffee bar — Answer: SKOR. Hint: This candy bar is known for its crisp toffee flavor, perfect for a sweet crunch! 🍬

Down

  1. 1. Black ___, nickname for Kobe Bryant — Answer: MAMBA. Hint: This reptile shares a name with a famous basketball legend! 🐍
  2. 2. Company that created Pong — Answer: ATARI. Hint: This gaming pioneer also had a hand in shaping the arcade era! 🎮
  3. 3. Fish, roads or weapons that are long and thin — Answer: PIKES. Hint: Think of a sharp point that can refer to different types of things, from dinner to combat! 🐟
  4. 4. Sneakiness — Answer: STEALTH. Hint: Think of how someone might move quietly to avoid detection! 🤫
  5. 5. Goof — Answer: ERR. Hint: Sometimes, we all make a little mistake! 😅
  6. 6. Brain or ear part — Answer: LOBE. Hint: This part is often associated with your thoughts or what you hear! 🧠
  7. 7. Coolness, of a sort — Answer: AURA. Hint: Think of that special vibe someone gives off that makes them stand out! ✨
  8. 8. Magician's cry — Answer: PRESTO. Hint: When you want to impress with a quick transformation, what phrase do you shout? 🎩
  9. 9. Many a Winter Olympian — Answer: SKATER. Hint: Think of athletes gliding gracefully on the ice! ⛸️
  10. 10. "Holy moley!" — Answer: EEK. Hint: When something surprises you, this sound might escape your lips! 😲
  11. 11. "No sweat!" — Answer: EASYPEASY. Hint: This phrase describes something that’s a piece of cake! 🍰
  12. 12. ___ on the wrist — Answer: SLAP. Hint: Sometimes it's just a playful reminder to be more careful! 😉
  13. 13. Word with home or half — Answer: PAGE. Hint: Think of what you might turn to in a book to find your place or start a chapter! 📖
  14. 18. What cologne may mask — Answer: ODOR. Hint: Sometimes you need a little something to cover up less pleasant scents. 🌸
  15. 22. Injured — Answer: HURT. Hint: When something causes you pain, you might say you're feeling this way! 🩹
  16. 24. Pub order — Answer: PINT. Hint: What you raise for a toast at the bar! 🍻
  17. 26. Site for "unique and creative" items — Answer: ETSY. Hint: This online marketplace is a treasure trove for handmade and vintage goods! 🛍️
  18. 28. "Sleep is like a ___: It only comes to you if you ignore it": Gillian Flynn — Answer: CAT. Hint: Sometimes elusive and often requires a relaxed approach to catch it! 🐱
  19. 29. Big box store that merged with Sears in 2005 — Answer: KMART. Hint: Think of a store where you can find everything from groceries to toys, once famous for its blue light specials! 🛒
  20. 30. Sunburn remedy — Answer: ALOE. Hint: This succulent is often used to soothe your skin after a day in the sun! 🌞
  21. 31. X's, sometimes — Answer: TENS. Hint: Think about a score that often comes in multiples! 🎯
  22. 32. Ruler division — Answer: INCH. Hint: Think of a small unit of measurement often used in crafting and design! 📏
  23. 33. Tall story — Answer: TALE. Hint: Think of a narrative that might reach great heights! 📖
  24. 34. Weekly reward for a strict dieter, maybe — Answer: CHEATMEAL. Hint: Sometimes a little indulgence is just what the diet doctor ordered! 🍽️
  25. 38. Keister, in Leicester — Answer: ARSE. Hint: In British slang, it's a cheeky term for your backside! 🍑
  26. 39. Feathered accessory that won't constrict you — Answer: BOA. Hint: This stylish accessory is often associated with glamorous outfits and can be quite fluffy! 🦩
  27. 40. Singer Redding — Answer: OTIS. Hint: This soul legend brought us unforgettable hits from the 1960s! 🎶
  28. 43. First in a race? — Answer: ADAM. Hint: Consider the name that could represent the very first human in a biblical context! 👶
  29. 45. Regards highly — Answer: ESTEEMS. Hint: Think of how you might feel about someone you truly admire! 🌟
  30. 47. Do a favor — Answer: OBLIGE. Hint: When you help someone out, you might be showing them your good will! 🤝
  31. 48. Worker overhead — Answer: ROOFER. Hint: Look up to find someone who ensures your shelter from above! 🏠
  32. 49. Cooking fat — Answer: LARD. Hint: This ingredient adds richness to your favorite recipes! 🥘
  33. 52. Chris with the 1991 hit "Wicked Game" — Answer: ISAAK. Hint: This singer-songwriter shares a name with a biblical figure famous for his sacrifices. 🎤
  34. 53. Cool again, maybe — Answer: RETRO. Hint: Take a trip back in time to find a style that's making a comeback! 🕶️
  35. 54. Heavens — Answer: ETHER. Hint: Think of the upper regions of the sky or atmosphere! ☁️
  36. 55. Rest like a bat — Answer: HANG. Hint: What do you do when you want to take a break and chill out, just like a creature of the night? 🦇
  37. 56. Jessica of "Fantastic Four" — Answer: ALBA. Hint: This actress shares a last name with a famous fruit, and she's known for her superhero role! 🍏
  38. 58. Marshy areas — Answer: FENS. Hint: Think of those wet, grassy spots where nature thrives! 🌿
  39. 59. Task on a list — Answer: TODO. Hint: It's something you check off when it's done! 📝
  40. 62. Greatly surpass, as competitors in a race — Answer: LAP. Hint: Think about a speedy lead in a friendly competition! 🏁
  41. 63. Raced — Answer: RAN. Hint: This action might remind you of a quick getaway! 🏃

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Here are the NYT Crossword answers for Wednesday, July 8, 2026 — every solution for that day's 15×15 (21×21 on Sunday) puzzle, listed at the top of this page. Whether you're catching up on a puzzle you missed, settling a “what was the answer on July 8?” question, or checking a grid you finished that day, the complete clue-by-clue solution is right here. Looking for today's puzzle instead? Head to our live NYT Crossword answers page.

NYT Crossword answers for July 8, 2026

The full solution for the July 8 NYT Crossword is shown above, laid out clue by clue — every Across answer followed by every Down answer, exactly as that day's grid read. Each answer is listed separately, so you can check just the clue you were stuck on and leave the rest. This is the confirmed grid as published on Wednesday, July 8.

Full NYT Crossword answer list for July 8, 2026

Every clue from the July 8 grid next to its solution — the same answers as the board above, in one plain list you can scan without tapping.

Across

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1Cartographers' concernsMAPS
5Go byELAPSE
11Helpful skill for guessersESP
14Working obedientlyATIT
15Mickey with an Oscar nomination for "The Wrestler"ROURKE
16Champiñones ___ plancha (Spanish dish)ALA
17[C/P]auseMAKEORBREAK
19DroopSAG
20Food mentioned in the Lord's PrayerBREAD
21What "Eat" stands for in the mnemonic "Never Eat Soggy Waffles"EAST
22Buzz before a releaseHYPE
23Low-quality synthetic images, informallyAISLOP
25Prepare to drive, in golfTEEUP
27[L/C]ureTRICKORTREAT
32Result of touching poison ivyITCH
35"The Deer Hunter" setting, in briefNAM
36Old, as a jokeSTALE
37Casual refusalNAH
38"Way to go, kid!"ATTABOY
41Heir to the throne, maybeSON
42Like a good explanation, sayCLEAR
44Brain ___ROT
45Prominent features of tarsiersEYES
46[M/H]indsHEADSORTAILS
50Fitness fad popularized by Billy BlanksTAEBO
51"Animal Farm" or "The Simpsons"SATIRE
55Soccer great MiaHAMM
57Apartment with a high ceilingLOFT
60New beginningRESET
61Pub orderALE
62[Z/R]estLIFEORDEATH
64Magic setting, in briefNBA
65List of things to discussAGENDA
66Mother of a stable family?MARE
67___ palGAL
68IndividualPERSON
69Hershey toffee barSKOR

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#ClueAnswer
1Black ___, nickname for Kobe BryantMAMBA
2Company that created PongATARI
3Fish, roads or weapons that are long and thinPIKES
4SneakinessSTEALTH
5GoofERR
6Brain or ear partLOBE
7Coolness, of a sortAURA
8Magician's cryPRESTO
9Many a Winter OlympianSKATER
10"Holy moley!"EEK
11"No sweat!"EASYPEASY
12___ on the wristSLAP
13Word with home or halfPAGE
18What cologne may maskODOR
22InjuredHURT
24Pub orderPINT
26Site for "unique and creative" itemsETSY
28"Sleep is like a ___: It only comes to you if you ignore it": Gillian FlynnCAT
29Big box store that merged with Sears in 2005KMART
30Sunburn remedyALOE
31X's, sometimesTENS
32Ruler divisionINCH
33Tall storyTALE
34Weekly reward for a strict dieter, maybeCHEATMEAL
38Keister, in LeicesterARSE
39Feathered accessory that won't constrict youBOA
40Singer ReddingOTIS
43First in a race?ADAM
45Regards highlyESTEEMS
47Do a favorOBLIGE
48Worker overheadROOFER
49Cooking fatLARD
52Chris with the 1991 hit "Wicked Game"ISAAK
53Cool again, maybeRETRO
54HeavensETHER
55Rest like a batHANG
56Jessica of "Fantastic Four"ALBA
58Marshy areasFENS
59Task on a listTODO
62Greatly surpass, as competitors in a raceLAP
63RacedRAN

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