All 4-Down players, e.g.
Archive answer — August 25, 2026
8 Across
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“MEN” is the published 3-letter fill for 8 Across. Use the crossing letters in the grid below to verify how it fits.
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Washington Post Mini Crossword
This clue’s Tuesday, August 25, 2026 appearance
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Across
- 1. Duck's kin
Answer: SWAN
- 5. "___ One" (2025 hit for Drake and Central Cee)
Answer: WHICH
- 7. Word that can precede or follow take or turn
Answer: OVER
- 8. All 4-Down players, e.g.
Answer: MEN
Down
- 1. You might use an astringent lotion after one
Answer: SHAVE
- 2. Become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled
Answer: WIZEN
- 3. Maker of the Nitro V 15 gaming laptop
Answer: ACER
- 4. Ducks play in this, for short
Answer: NHL
The answer to “All 4-Down players, e.g.” in the Washington Post Mini Crossword is MEN — a 3-letter word. It appears in our available data for August 25, 2026 at 8-Across. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
“All 4-Down players, e.g.” answer
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Why does MEN fit?
MEN is the published 3-letter answer at 8-Across. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “All 4-Down players, e.g.” appeared?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “All 4-Down players, e.g.”?
The answer is MEN.
How many letters are in the answer?
3 letters: MEN.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the Washington Post Mini Crossword for August 25, 2026 at 8-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?
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