The New York Times Crossword · 101-Across · 3 letters
Mini-gulp The New York Times Crossword clue
Editorially reviewed August 23, 2026
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Replace the large swallow with its three-letter, much smaller counterpart.
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Answer
How the trick resolves
A gulp is a relatively large swallow, while a mini version is a much smaller drink. The three-letter noun SIP captures that contrast.
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The prefix-like “Mini-” asks for a smaller counterpart to the action named after the hyphen.
The answer in plain English
A sip is a small amount of liquid taken into the mouth and swallowed.
Where this clue appeared
101-Across in The New York Times Crossword puzzle for August 23, 2026.
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