‘Superlative seen on a Razzie Award’ NYT Mini Crossword Aug. 7 clue solution and hints

The Razzie Awards are one of those events—if you know, you know. They are indeed a celebration and awards are handed out to people, but “Superlative seen on a Razzie Award” doesn’t have the positive connotations you might think.

‘Superlative seen on a Razzie Award’ NYT Mini Crossword hints and answer for one down (Aug. 7)

• Hint 1: It’s very bad.
• Hint 2: As bad as it gets.
• Hint 3: Worse than worse.
• Hint 4: It ends with “T.”

I deserve an award for these clues, to be honest, and if my nomination isn’t rewarded, here’s your answer.

In today’s NYT Mini, the solution for five down is “WORST.” The Golden Raspberry Awards, AKA the Razzie Awards, follow in the footsteps of the Academy Awards by celebrating actors and actresses for performances in films—but bad ones!

This is the part where I usually explain my clues, but I think today’s are self-explanatory. The Razzie Awards highlight the worst and reward the worst.

Aug. 7 NYT Mini Crossword puzzle: All clues and answers

Here’s every answer in the Aug. 7 NYT Times Mini Crossword puzzle for all down and across clues.

Across

• 1A The tip of a sippy cup, essentially — STRAW
• 6A It’s considered to be both a percussion and stringed instrument — PIANO
• 7A Knight’s attire — ARMOR
• 8A More than just wants — NEEDS
• 9A Circus safety feature — NET

Down

• 5D Superlative seen on a Razzle Award — WORST
• 1D Length of a bridge — SPAN
• 2D “Flat” or “spare” item — TIRE
• 3D Noodles eaten with chashu pork — RAMEN
• 4D One end of a battery — ANODE

Difficulty rating ‘Superlative seen on a Razzie Award’ clue in NYT Times Mini

I can’t tell you how happy this clue made me. I’ve known about the Razzie Awards for years and they are a perfect juxtaposition to the honor and prestige of the Oscars. If you know about the Razzie Awards, the clue is a two out of five at most, if you aren’t aware of them, a four is fair, so I’ll split the difference and give this a three out of five.

Best crossword games like NYT Crossword and word game alternatives

Sorry, I’m still reeling from the joy this clue has brought me. If “Worst” helped you, and you cracked today’s puzzle, move on to a new daily word game. The LA Times and Washington Post are perfect for crossword-heavy puzzles, and be sure to try out Strands and Spelling Bee for more general brainteasers.