Mend one’s way (6)
Archive answer — August 25, 2026
12 Across
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“REFORM” is the published 6-letter fill for 12 Across. Use the crossing letters in the grid below to verify how it fits.
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Mirror Classic Crossword
This clue’s Tuesday, August 25, 2026 appearance
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Across
11 clues- 12Mend one’s way (6)REFORM
- 14Lid (5)
Down
14 clues- 18Slap (5)
Crossword clues, hints, and answers
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Across
- 6. Insensitive to criticism or hints (5-7)
Answer: THICKSKINNED
- 8. Improve (7)
Answer: ENHANCE
- 9. Court case (5)
Answer: TRIAL
- 10. Among (4)
Answer: AMID
- 12. Mend one’s way (6)
Answer: REFORM
- 14. Lid (5)
Answer: COVER
- 15. Keep quiet or unseen (3,3)
Answer: LIELOW
- 16. Surprise or astound (4)
Answer: STUN
- 19. Weekly pay (5)
Answer: WAGES
- 21. Lottery type (7)
Answer: TOMBOLA
- 22. Adequate or suitable (12)
Answer: SATISFACTORY
Down
- 1. Coarse scolding woman (8)
Answer: FISHWIFE
- 2. Without money (5)
Answer: SKINT
- 3. Winter sportsperson (5)
Answer: SKIER
- 4. One more (7)
Answer: ANOTHER
- 5. Abominable snowman (4)
Answer: YETI
- 6. Execution by hanging (3,7)
Answer: THEGALLOWS
- 7. Simple (10)
Answer: ELEMENTARY
- 11. At present (3)
Answer: NOW
- 12. Traffic light colour (3)
Answer: RED
- 13. Conforming to established views (8)
Answer: ORTHODOX
- 14. Pirate (7)
Answer: CORSAIR
- 17. Rigid (5)
Answer: STIFF
- 18. Slap (5)
Answer: SMACK
- 20. Happy and pleased (4)
Answer: GLAD
The answer to “Mend one’s way (6)” in the Mirror Classic Crossword is REFORM — a 6-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 25, 2026 at 12-Across. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
“Mend one’s way (6)” answer
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Why does REFORM fit?
REFORM is the published 6-letter answer at 12-Across. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “Mend one’s way (6)” appeared?
The same clue can return on another date, sometimes with a different fill. These are the matching appearances in the recent published records available through the Answers API.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Mend one’s way (6)”?
The answer is REFORM.
How many letters are in the answer?
6 letters: REFORM.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the Mirror Classic Crossword for August 25, 2026 at 12-Across.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
Open the Mirror Classic answers page for August 25, 2026 for the full grid and every clue.