NYT Mini Crossword · 9 Across
“Pal” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Mini Crossword for Saturday, August 8, 2026 as 9 Across. The answer has 3 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
Answer
NYT Mini · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 9 Across
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More clues from this puzzle
The other clues from the NYT Mini of Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Across
- 1Five lines on sheet music crossword clue5 letters
- 6Material for the Venus de Milo and Michelangelo's David crossword clue6 letters
- 7Bird that helps to rescue Nemo in "Finding Nemo" crossword clue7 letters
- 8___ milk crossword clue3 letters
- 10Collective way of singing crossword clue6 letters
- 12Metal container that's a synonym for "insignificant" crossword clue6 letters
- 13"Rare" order at a restaurant crossword clue5 letters
Down
- 1Square cracker crossword clue7 letters
- 2Three: Prefix crossword clue3 letters
- 3What often starts with an apple and ends with a zebra crossword clue7 letters
- 4Show off crossword clue6 letters
- 5Ward (off) crossword clue4 letters
- 6Be sincere crossword clue6 letters
- 7Throws a hissy-fit crossword clue5 letters
- 11Destination for a mother-daughter day, perhaps crossword clue3 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Pal”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with B and ends with D, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Pal” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Mini Crossword on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 9 Across.
What is the answer to the “Pal” crossword clue?
The answer is BUD (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.