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The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for July 3, 2026.
NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers
1A clue: Top of an org. chart
Answer: CEO
4A clue: Terse way of saying "I'd like to speak with you"
Answer: AWORD
6A clue: Grouping of musical notes
Answer: CHORD
7A clue: Roll on a pool chair
Answer: TOWEL
8A clue: Like one's feet after a beach day
Answer: SANDY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Jointly manage
Answer: COOWN
2D clue: Made a mistake
Answer: ERRED
3D clue: In a strange way
Answer: ODDLY
4D clue: ___ of the Apostles (Bible book)
Answer: ACTS
5D clue: "Mind blown!"
Answer: WHOA
