Conquer the Grid! Your Guide to Sunday, August 31st's NYT Mini Crossword Answers

Another day, another delightful brain-teaser from the New York Times! The Mini Crossword for Sunday, August 31st, is here to offer a swift challenge to your linguistic prowess. Whether you're a seasoned solver looking for a quick confirmation or you've hit a baffling wall, we've got your back. Let's dive into today's grid and unravel those tricky clues!

The NYT Mini Crossword is renowned for packing a surprising punch into its compact 5x5 grid.

It’s the perfect way to kickstart your morning with a cognitive workout or unwind during a midday break. But sometimes, even the seemingly simple clues can leave us scratching our heads. Fear not, for the path to victory is just a scroll away!

We understand the thrill of a successful solve, and also the slight frustration when just one word eludes you.

Our aim is to provide you with the exact solutions, helping you maintain that coveted streak or simply enjoy the satisfaction of completing the puzzle. So, without further ado, let’s reveal the answers that will bring your August 31st Mini Crossword to a triumphant close!

Across Clues & Answers:

• 1A: Big cat
  Answer: LION
• 4A: Not old
  Answer: NEW
• 6A: Frozen water
  Answer: ICE
• 7A: Sound of a bee
  Answer: BUZZ
• 8A: Piece of land surrounded by water
  Answer: ISLE

Down Clues & Answers:

• 1D: Garment edge
  Answer: HEM
• 2D: Opposite of 'off'
  Answer: ON
• 3D: Part of a plant
  Answer: ROOT
• 5D: Expression of surprise
  Answer: ZAP

There you have it! All the solutions you need to conquer today's NYT Mini Crossword.

We hope this guide helped you complete the puzzle with ease and a renewed sense of accomplishment. Keep those brain cells buzzing, and join us tomorrow for another round of word-solving fun!