Crossword clue

“Full of sharp flavor”

This clue appeared as 8-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ZESTY
Letters5
Starts withZ
Ends withY
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Mini
Oct 15, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Full of sharp flavor” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on October 15, 2026 as 8-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with Z 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 “Full of sharp flavor” clue?+

The answer is ZESTY (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of October 15, 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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