New York Times Mini Crossword: “Black suit” Delivers “CLUBS”

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 - In today’s New York Times Mini Crossword, the clue at 5-Across, “Black suit,” was solved with the answer CLUBS.

The Mini Crossword, a free, five-by-five grid puzzle, resets at 10 p.m. ET each weekday and continues to attract both casual solvers and seasoned cruciverbalists. Today’s puzzle also featured:

• 1-Across: Place to pour a pint - PUB
• 4-Across: Host of the 2028 Olympics, for short - USA
• 7-Across: Political commentator Jen - PSAKI
• 8-Across: Kick one’s feet up - RELAX

Down entries included PULSE, USUAL, BABKA, CPR and SIX, rounding out a quick yet satisfying mental workout.