Crossword clue
“Coffee choice before bed”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Saturday, August 1, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DECAFLetters5
Starts withD
Ends withF
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Coffee choice before bed” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on August 1, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with F.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Coffee choice before bed” clue?+
The answer is DECAF (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of August 1, 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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