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A watched one never boils, it's said NYT Mini crossword clue
Editorially reviewed August 27, 2026
Complete the phrase
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Phrase cue
Complete the saying with a three-letter kitchen container.
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Answer
Why these words complete it
POT completes the proverb "A watched pot never boils," which jokes that waiting closely makes time feel slower.
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The wording "it's said" points to a familiar proverb with one missing noun.
What the completed phrase means
A pot is a container used for heating or cooking food and liquids.
Where this clue appeared
1-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for August 27, 2026.
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