Crossword clue
“Optimists keep them high”
This clue appeared as 5-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Monday, September 21, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
HOPESLetters5
Starts withH
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Optimists keep them high” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on September 21, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with H and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Optimists keep them high” clue?+
The answer is HOPES (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of September 21, 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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