The zodiac plays a huge role in today’s NYT Mini Crossword and the “Point of transition between two zodiac signs” is likely to trip many players up, which is why we have the answer for you along with hints to get you toward the solution.
‘Point of transition between two zodiac signs’ NYT Mini Crossword clue Aug. 27 hints
- Hint one: On the verge.
- Hint two: It can be any zodiac signs.
- Hint three: Rearrange “PUCS.”
- Hint four: Starts with “C.”
If you’ve successfully got the word I congratulate you, if not, read on for the solution.
‘Point of transition between two zodiac signs’ solution Aug. 27 NYT Mini Crossword
“CUSP” is the four-letter answer to the clue, and in Astrology, the cusp represents the line between two consecutive zodiac symbols. For example, if you are born on Apr. 19 you are an Aries, but you’re on the cusp of being a Taurus.
NYT Aug. 27 Mini Crossword puzzle: All clues and answers
Across
- 1A Point of transition between two zodiac signs — CUSP
- 5A Declare legally avoid — ANNUL
- 7A Providence,_____ Island — RHODE
- 8A August zodiac sign — VIRGO
- 9A Olympic fencing sword — EPEE
Down
- 1D Slice up, as a turkey — CARVE
- 2D Not “with it” — UNHIP
- 3D Be a noisy bedmate — SNORE
- 4D Cutely pokeable bit of belly flab — PUDGE
- 6D August zodiac sign — LEO
‘Point of transition between two zodiac signs’ NYT Crossword clue difficulty
Cusp is a more general word, but because the clue was directly tailored toward the concept of the zodiac, cusp never got close to entering my mind—despite me knowing the word inside out. I personally believe this is a four out of five for difficulty—and could be a five—because it’s obscure—but the word “Cusp” isn’t so hard.
NYT Mini Crossword tips & tricks
If you struggle with the NYT Mini Crossword each day or there’s always a clue or two tripping you up, check out these handy tips:
- Like with the zodiac clue, don’t take the clue directly as it appears, many answers end up being quite general solutions.
- Use a hint if needed, there’s no point being stuck for an hour.
- Try to answer questions around the one you’re stuck on.
- Consider if the solution is actually two words.
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