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By Pete Muller & Frank Longo
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WaPo Mini Crossword Clues
Across
- 1Leader of Cuba between Fidel and Miguel
- 5Har'el who directed "Bombay Beach" and "Honey Boy"
- 6Oil well firefighter Red
- 7Some green beans
- 8Heed a cautionary maxim about leaping
Down
- 1Word after talk, clock, or shock
- 2It was besieged by Mexicans in 1836
- 3Inuit boat made of animal hide stretched over a wooden frame
- 4"___ and the Real Girl" (2007 Ryan Gosling film)
- 6Part of APB or ATV
Crossword clues, hints, and answers
Across
- 1. Leader of Cuba between Fidel and Miguel — Answer: RAUL. Hint: This brother took the reins after his famous sibling stepped down! 🏴☠️
- 5. Har'el who directed "Bombay Beach" and "Honey Boy" — Answer: ALMA. Hint: This first name belongs to a talented filmmaker with a unique vision! 🎥
- 6. Oil well firefighter Red — Answer: ADAIR. Hint: This person's last name shares a connection with a famous firefighting legend! 🔥
- 7. Some green beans — Answer: LIMAS. Hint: These beans might be the key ingredient in your next dish! 🥗
- 8. Heed a cautionary maxim about leaping — Answer: LOOK. Hint: Keep your eyes peeled for wise advice before making a jump! 👀
Down
- 1. Word after talk, clock, or shock — Answer: RADIO. Hint: Think of a device that tunes into waves of sound! 📻
- 2. It was besieged by Mexicans in 1836 — Answer: ALAMO. Hint: This historic site in Texas became famous for a pivotal battle during a war for independence. 🏰
- 3. Inuit boat made of animal hide stretched over a wooden frame — Answer: UMIAK. Hint: Think of a traditional vessel used by Arctic peoples, often made for group travel! 🛶
- 4. "___ and the Real Girl" (2007 Ryan Gosling film) — Answer: LARS. Hint: Think of a quirky guy who has an unusual friend in this heartfelt film! 🎬
- 6. Part of APB or ATV — Answer: ALL. Hint: Think of what you might use for a broad call for help or in a versatile vehicle! 🚨
Need today's Washington Post Mini Crossword answers? Every across and down solution for today's puzzle — dated July 6, 2026 — is listed at the top of this page, updated the moment the new grid goes live. The WaPo Mini is a quick, free bite-size puzzle you can finish in a minute, but a single unfamiliar clue can jam the whole thing. Whether you're checking a finished grid, breaking a deadlock, or want to reveal just one square, the complete clue-by-clue answers are below.
Today's Washington Post Mini answers
Today's solution appears above, laid out clue by clue — every Across answer followed by every Down answer, exactly as the grid reads. Because a Mini is so small, one missing letter tends to block several crossing answers at once, so we list each answer separately: reveal only the one you need and keep solving the rest yourself. The grid is confirmed and refreshed daily as soon as the puzzle is published.
What is the Washington Post Mini Crossword?
The Washington Post Mini is the paper's free, quick-solve crossword — a small grid with a handful of across and down clues, designed to be finished in about a minute. Like other minis, it's built for a fast daily hit rather than a long sit-down solve, with clean, contemporary clues that lean on general knowledge and current culture. It's free to play online, which gives it a broad, casual audience — and a steady stream of “what's today's answer?” searches whenever a clever clue trips solvers up.
How the WaPo Mini compares to other mini crosswords
All the minis share the same speedy DNA, with small differences in flavour:
| WaPo Mini | NYT Mini | LA Times Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grid size | Small (~5×5) | 5×5 (7×7 weekends) | Small |
| Solve time | About a minute | Under a minute | About a minute |
| Cost | Free | Free | Free |
| Clue style | Clean, modern | Punchy, current | Straightforward |
Tips for solving the WaPo Mini faster
- Fill the corners first. Corner squares sit on both a short across and a short down clue, so one gives you crossing letters immediately.
- Trust the crossings. In a grid this small, every letter is shared — solve a stumper's crossing word and the letter appears for free.
- Read all the clues first. With only a handful of clues, the easy ones give you enough letters to guess the hard ones.
- Go with your first instinct. Minis reward quick, direct answers rather than overthinking.
- Use the solver for one square. Our crossword solver reveals a single clue's answer from your known letters, without spoiling the rest.
Browse past WaPo Mini answers
Every previous Washington Post Mini is archived on this page by date, with its full across and down solutions. It's the quickest way to check yesterday's grid or settle a “what was the answer?” question. The archive updates automatically each day — today's answers roll into it as the next Mini goes live — so it stays complete without spoiling the current day for solvers who haven't finished.
Browse more puzzles on the crossword solver, or use it to crack any clue from any publication.
Frequently asked questions
What are today's Washington Post Mini Crossword answers?
Every across and down answer for today's Mini (July 6, 2026) is listed at the top of this page, updated as soon as the puzzle is released.
Is the Washington Post Mini free?
Yes — it's free to play online each day, and our answers and clues are free too.
How do I reveal just one answer?
Each answer is listed separately, so you can reveal only the clue you're stuck on and keep solving the rest of the grid yourself.
How is the WaPo Mini different from the NYT Mini?
They're very similar quick-solve grids; the main difference is the editorial voice and clue selection. If you solve one, you'll feel right at home with the other.
Where can I find past WaPo Mini answers?
Every previous Mini is in the archive on this page, listed by date with full solutions, updated automatically each day.