Crossword clue
“Political ally who receives corrupt benefits”
This clue appeared as 7-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CRONYLetters5
Starts withC
Ends withY
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Political ally who receives corrupt benefits” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on August 11, 2026 as 7-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with Y, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Political ally who receives corrupt benefits” clue?+
The answer is CRONY (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of August 11, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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