NYT Mini · 7-Across · 5 letters

8-Across competitor, in the soda aisle NYT Mini crossword clue

Editorially reviewed August 30, 2026

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What to notice

Pair the other five-letter global cola brand with COKE.

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Answer

PEPSI

How the trick resolves

PEPSI answers the cross-reference because 8-Across is COKE. In the soda aisle, the two five-letter cola brands are direct competitors.

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The turn in the clue

The numbered reference must be solved together with 8-Across, while “soda aisle” narrows both entries to cola brands.

The answer in plain English

Pepsi is a cola soft-drink brand and a major competitor to Coca-Cola.

Where this clue appeared

7-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for August 30, 2026.

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