Today's NYT Mini Crossword Clues And Answers For Thursday, July 31st
The final day of July is here. The summer is flying by. My youngest begins 10th grade next week! Of course, we still have plenty of summer left even if summer break is over for some kids. I know a lot of school won't start back up for a few more weeks. I just wish it would rain! Anyways, let's solve today's Mini Crossword shall we?
The NYT Mini is a smaller, quicker, more digestible, bite-sized version of the larger and more challenging NYT Crossword, and unlike its larger sibling, it's free-to-play without a subscription to The New York Times. You can play it on the web or the app, though you'll need the app to tackle the archive.
Spoilers ahead!
Before we get to the answers, here's the first letter for each word in today's Mini.
FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™
Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase
Pinpoint By Linkedin
Guess The Category
Queens By Linkedin
Crown Each Region
Crossclimb By Linkedin
Unlock A Trivia Ladder
Across
1A. Quick punches – J
5A. Animal with unique stripes, similar to human fingerprints – Z
6A. The People's ___ (The Rock's signature wrestling move) – E
7A. Pumps the brakes, say – S
8A. Many "Bluey" viewers – T
Down
1D. Treat once advertised as "America's Most Famous Dessert' – J
2D. Head of a monastery – A
3D. Furrowed facial features – B
4D. Lumber mill tools – S
5D. Grated citrus peel – Z
Okay, onto the answers! Remember, spoilers ahead!
Across
1A. Quick punches – JABS
5A. Animal with unique stripes, similar to human fingerprints – ZEBRA
6A. The People's ___ (The Rock's signature wrestling move) – ELBOW
7A. Pumps the brakes, say – SLOWS
8A. Many "Bluey" viewers – TOTS
Down
1D. Treat once advertised as "America's Most Famous Dessert' – JELL-O
2D. Head of a monastery – ABBOT
3D. Furrowed facial features – BROWS
4D. Lumber mill tools – SAWS
5D. Grated citrus peel – ZEST
I started off with JABS and then got a little mixed up when I accidentally put 2-Down into 2-Across, though I quickly realized and moved it to the appropriate column. I just put my first guess in as I went: BROWS, SAWS, then over to TOTS and ELBOW and up to ZEST and ZEBRA. JELLO rounded things out. I used to like jello, but I really don't anymore. Mostly I've come to like more and more things, but not sugary stuff like jello. Go figure. This one took me 1:30.
How did you do? Let me know on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.
If you also play Wordle, I write guides about that as well. You can find those and all my TV guides, reviews and much more here on my blog. Thanks for reading!
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Forbes
a minute ago
- Forbes
‘Jurassic World Rebirth' 4K Blu-Ray Details Revealed—Including Hours Of Bonus Features
While Jurassic World Rebirth might still be rumbling through the global cinema jungle like a rampage of T-Rexes, adding to a worldwide cinematic take that already exceeds three quarters of a billion dollars, Universal has already announced details of its blockbuster's home video release. Including a 4K Blu-ray release that promises many hours of bonus features and what looks set to be (on paper, anyway) formidable picture and sound quality. The Jurassic World Rebirth 4K Blu-ray is scheduled to arrive on September 9 - just over a month after the film debuts to own or rent on streaming platforms today (August 5). The film's 4K disc master will get a Dolby Atmos soundtrack (Universal seems to have moved on from its old practice of using DTS mixes on its Jurassic Park/World disc releases), while the video will be presented in 4K resolution, of course, with a Dolby Vision HDR transfer. This Dolby Vision master will, as ever, default to core HDR10, minus Dolby Vision's extra scene by scene image data, for people who don't own DV-capable 4K Blu-ray players or TVs. Universal's press information states that the two-hour 13-minute film is going to be mastered onto a 100Gb 4K Blu-ray disc rather than the 66Gb alternative. Hopefully Universal's claims here will prove more accurate than Disney's claims that its recent release of Master And Commander: The Far Side Of The World would get a 100GB disc proved to be… The 100GB disc should give the picture quality more room to breathe, meaning less potential for compression artefacts and softness to creep in – as well as helping the discs accommodate the extremely healthy collection of extra features Universal has assembled to accompany the movie. There's literally hours of bonus stuff for film fans to get their teeth into. Starting with not one but two feature-length commentary tracks: One featuring director Gareth Edwards, production designer James Clyne and first assistant director Jack Ravenscroft, and one featuring director Edwards again, but this time joined by editor Jabez Olssen and visual effects supervisor David Vickery. The rest of the promised bonus features stack up as follows: — Related Reading 'The Quick And The Dead' To Get Special 30th Anniversary 4K Blu-ray Release 'Ballerina' 4K Blu-Ray Details Revealed—Including Multiple Steelbook Editions 'Master And Commander: The Far Side Of The World' Finally Gets A 4K Blu-ray Release
Yahoo
34 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Wellness Starts from Within: Activia Gut Glow-Up Campaign Marks New, Modern Chapter with Launch of Activia Proactive Yogurt and Product Refresh
Activia's got you — and your glow-up — covered with tips, tools, and tasty gut health support Activia launches the Gut Glow-Up campaign — a science-backed, modern movement designed to help people shine from the inside out, introducing the first-ever Gut Glow-Up Guru, Dr. Amy Shah to showcase the impact of putting your gut first — and the overall good it can do. An ode to its 20-year heritage, Activia is also making its big screen debut with a cameo in Disney's Freakier Friday film – celebrating the movie's modern twist with a limited-edition, Glow-Up Bag complete with everything needed for your own red carpet moment, including tickets to see Freakier Friday, in theaters August 8th. Activia is getting a glow-up of its own: revamped recipes with simpler ingredients, sleek new and modern packaging and the launch of Activia Proactive. The newest morning essential - Activia Proactive, is a thick and creamy yogurt with billions of live and active probiotics—plus 10g of protein and 3g of prebiotic fiber per serving to help feed the good bacteria in your gut. WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. and LOUISVILLE, Colo., July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Activia, a trusted name in probiotic yogurt for more than 20 years, is entering a bold new era this summer—championing gut health as the foundation for feeling your best from the inside out. Activia has teamed up with nutritionist and wellness expert, Dr. Amy Shah, to introduce the Gut Glow-Up—a science-backed initiative designed to showcase the powerful impact of putting your gut first. Whether a night in with the girls or getting ready for your own red-carpet strut – your glow-up all begins in the gut. As part of the campaign, Activia is celebrating a glow-up of its own with revamped Activia probiotic yogurt cups recipes with simpler ingredients12, sleek new and modern packaging, and the launch of new Activia Proactive. With #GutHealth and #GutTok collecting more than 6 billion views on TikTok3, gut health has gone viral. Yet a recent Danone study found that half of Americans are unaware that the gut microbiome can impact gut health, and even more are unaware of how it may impact overall wellness — including immunity, mood, and sleep. Research has also shown 63% of Americans are looking for science-backed information as it relates to gut health.4 "We've seen an organic glow-up among Gen Z and Millennials in particular, who are embracing a healthier mind-and-body approach to wellness," said Derek Neeley, VP of Marketing, Gut Health at Danone North America. "As a premier probiotic yogurt brand that has been dedicated to educating and supporting consumers for more than two decades, we're energized by the growing awareness of gut health as a foundation for overall wellness. This momentum presents a unique opportunity to reintroduce Activia—cutting through the noise and helping people feel confident amid the trending conversation around gut health, while also connecting with a new generation discovering our brand for the first time." New Look, Same Gut-Health GoodnessAn ode to its 20-year heritage, Activia is making its big screen debut with a cameo in the upcoming Freakier Friday film this August. The reformulated Activia Probiotic Low Fat Yogurt features a new look, simpler ingredients and 25% less sugar per 4 oz serving** all while delivering the same great taste and science-backed benefits consumers know and love. Still powered by Activia's exclusive probiotic strain that survives the journey to the gut, the updated formula is rich and creamy, and packed with billions of live and active probiotics. Available in a variety of delicious fruit-forward and classic vanilla flavors, it's a gut-friendly staple made to support your day from the inside out. Glow-Up with Activia and Disney's Freakier FridayTo help fans kick off their own glow-up and celebrate the premiere of Disney's Freakier Friday, Activia is debuting a limited-edition, crystal ball inspired Glow-Up Bag that will help you see into a gut-healthy future — filled with everything needed to connect your inner gut health with your outer glow. Contents include a coupon for 14 days of Activia—because research shows consuming Activia twice a day for 2 weeks can help support your gut health***, a custom compact, sleep mask, jade roller and tickets to see Freakier Friday in a theater near you. Fans can claim their clutch for free at on Friday, Aug. 1 while supplies last, with a second drop happening on Friday, August 8. As part of its mission to make gut health more accessible and empowering, Activia has teamed up with renowned wellness expert, Dr. Amy Shah, to offer approachable, science-backed guidance to help people support their gut health and feel their best. Getting ready for her own red-carpet moment, Dr. Shah attended the world premiere of Freakier Friday in Los Angeles this month – Check out the action here. Together, Activia and Dr. Shah aim to cut through the clutter of wellness advice — making gut health feel modern, personal, and refreshingly easy to digest. "Wellness should feel empowering — not overwhelming. So many aspects of our overall health — energy, mood, digestion, even immunity — begin in the gut," said Dr. Amy Shah. "That's why I'm excited to partner with Activia to bring a fresh, modern approach to gut health — one that's rooted in science, grounded in real-life habits, and designed to spotlight the importance of inner health, not just outer glow." Introducing NEW Activia Proactive Meet your newest gut glow-up essential: Activia Proactive, a thick and creamy low fat yogurt with billions of live and active probiotics—plus 3g of prebiotic fiber per serving to help feed the good bacteria in your gut. As the newest addition to the Activia lineup, NEW Activia Proactive helps support gut health*** the Activia way—deliciously good and backed by 20 years of science—and also has: 10g of complete protein per 5.3oz serving 0g of added sugar* and no artificial sweeteners A good source of calcium and vitamin D to support strong bones 3g of prebiotic fiber to help feed the good bacteria in your gut Activia Proactive is available now in Vanilla, Strawberry, Mixed Berry, and Peach Mango in 4ct multipacks retailers nationwide for $4.69 MSRP. To find Activia Proactive at a store near you, visit Start glowing from within with tips, tricks and the latest from Activia! Follow the brand on Instagram and TikTok. *Not a low calorie food.** Reformulated Activia probiotic and fiber yogurts have at least 25% less sugar (8-9g total sugar per 4oz serving) than the previous formula (11-12g per 4oz).*** Enjoying Activia twice a day for two weeks as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle may help reduce the frequency of minor digestive discomfort, which includes gas, bloating, rumbling, and abdominal discomfort. About Danone North America Danone North America is a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. As a Certified B Corporation®, Danone North America is committed to the creation of both economic and social value, while nurturing natural ecosystems through regenerative agriculture. Our strong portfolio of brands includes: Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®. With approximately 6,000 employees and 15 production locations across the U.S. and Canada, Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible. For more information on Danone North America, visit About Disney's Freakier Friday: "Freakier Friday," the eagerly anticipated sequel to the Disney classic starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan, will be released in theaters nationwide August 8, 2025. In the film, Curtis and Lohan reprise their roles as Tess and Anna Coleman. The story picks up years after Tess (Curtis) and Anna (Lohan) endured an identity crisis. Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover that lightning might indeed strike twice. "Freakier Friday" is directed by Nisha Ganatra, and the screenplay is by Jordan Weiss, with a story by Elyse Hollander and Jordan Weiss, based on the book "Freaky Friday" by Mary Rodgers. The film, which also stars Julia Butters, Sophia Hammons, Manny Jacinto, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Rosalind Chao, Chad Michael Murray, and Mark Harmon, is produced by Kristin Burr, p.g.a., Andrew Gunn, p.g.a., and Jamie Lee Curtis, with Ann Marie Sanderlin, Mario Iscovich, Nathan Kelly, and Lindsay Lohan serving as executive producers. Contact: Haley McDillhmcdill@ ______________________________ 1 Reformulated Activia probiotic and fiber yogurts have at least 25% less sugar (8-9g total sugar per 4oz serving) than the previous formula (11-12g per 4oz). 2 Recipe updates to cups do not include Zero Added Sugar cups. 3 4 Source: Cleveland Clinic, CRF View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Danone North America
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
George Clooney Hits Back at Biggest Criticism of His Acting
George Clooney doesn't 'give a s--t' about what his critics—including Hunter Biden—think of his acting, he declared in a recent interview. Clooney addressed the criticism that his roles lack 'versatility' in a profile for Vanity Fair out Monday. 'Do people say that I only play myself? I don't give a s--t,' he told the magazine. 'There aren't that many guys in my age group that are allowed to do both broad comedies like O Brother [Where Art Thou/], and then do Michael Clayton, or Syriana. So if that means I'm playing myself all the time, I don't give a s--t.' As a high-profile Democratic fundraiser and activist, Clooney has butted heads with a number of political figures on both sides of the aisle—drawing criticism for his acting work nearly every time. Last June, Russian security head Dmitry Medvedev threatened Clooney over the Clooney Foundation's work in the country, as he called him a 'mediocre actor' in a post to X. Most recently, Joe Biden's son Hunter took aim at the actor on the At Our Table podcast after Clooney wrote an New York Times op-ed pushing the then-president not to seek re-election. 'I love George Clooney's movies, but I don't really give a s--t what he thinks about who should be the nominee for the Democratic Party,' Biden said at the time. He then slammed Clooney's acting abilities in his expletive-filled tirade, 'I was about to say I really like George Clooney as an actor, but the truth of the matter is, the truth is, I'll be honest, I really don't like George Clooney as an actor or as a person.' 'F--- him! F--- him and f--- everybody around him,' he also said, 'I agree with Quentin Tarantino. George Clooney is not a f---ing actor... He's a brand.' Others have criticized Clooney's filmography by arguing he should stick to playing 'suave,' as his 'range of emotions is limited.' Clooney told Vanity Fair he doesn't see any validity in the critique. 'I've been the beneficiary of having my career not be massively successful in lots of different directions,' Clooney said. 'I didn't really get successful, in the kind of success that can be blinding, until I was 33 years old. I'd been working for 12 years at that point. I had a real understanding of how fleeting all of it is and how little it has to do with you, quite honestly.' Clooney will soon star alongside Adam Sandler in Noah Baumbach's new film for Netflix, Jay Kelly, which is expected to be an awards season contender. Solve the daily Crossword
