Crossword clue
“Containers for some basement parties”
This clue appeared as 9-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
KEGSLetters4
Starts withK
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Containers for some basement parties” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on September 17, 2026 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with K and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Containers for some basement parties” clue?+
The answer is KEGS (4 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of September 17, 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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