NYT Mini · 5-Across · 4 letters
"Hugs and kisses" sign-off NYT Mini crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 1, 2026
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Phrase cue
Use the alternating four-character shorthand seen at the end of affectionate notes.
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Answer
Why these words complete it
XOXO is the conventional four-character shorthand for hugs and kisses. It commonly closes affectionate notes, texts, or emails.
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What the completed phrase means
XOXO is an informal written sign-off representing hugs and kisses.
Where this clue appeared
5-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for September 1, 2026.
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