‘Kick out’ NYT Mini Crossword Aug. 1 answer and hints

“Kick out” is one of today’s more problematic NYT Crossword puzzle clues because there are quite a few five-letter possibilities, but only one of them is correct. And that’s why you’re here—to discover the answer.

The “Kick out” clue is from Aug. 1’s NYT mini crossword puzzle. You’re not alone if you’ve tried multiple words and nothing seems to fit. The problem with today’s is that it’s so vague that it’s tough to know where to start. If you’re stuck, I have a few hints to help you solve this one, and if you still haven’t figured it out, I’ve also got the answer.

‘Kick out’ Aug. 1 NYT Mini Crossword hints and answer

• Hint 1: It rhymed with strict.
• Hint 2: It starts with an “E.”
• Hint 3: It means to forcibly remove someone from a premises.
• Hint 4: It only contains two vowels.

Spoiler warning: I’ve included the answer to this clue below. So, if you’re still trying to figure it out, please wait to read on until you’re ready.

The answer to “Kick out” is “EVICT.” To evict means to force someone to leave somewhere. It’s typically used in reference to real estate like someone receiving an eviction notice or being evicted from a building. With three down solved, you can complete the rest of today’s crossword. Or look below for all the clues and answers.

All NYT Mini Crossword puzzle clues and answers

Across

• 1A Score 100% on — ACE
• 4A Word that, in German, translates directly to “hand shoe” — GLOVE
• 6A Its showers bring “May flowers” — APRIL
• 7A Hut — SHACK
• 8A Not mainstream, in genre names — ALT

Down

• 1D First letter of the Greek alphabet — ALPHA
• 2D Reef builder — CORAL
• 3D Kick out — EVICT
• 4D Bad thing to run out of in the middle of nowhere — GAS
• 5D Antlered mammal in the Rockies — ELK

‘Kick out’ clue difficulty, rated

This clue, “kick out,” is tricky because there are countless answers it could be. I thought it could be anything from expel to chase or eject. While it was hard to figure out initially, it became much easier to solve after I discovered the answer to the surrounding clues. So, unless you’ve already solved some of the crossword puzzle, this one felt challenging but not impossible. I’d give it a solid three out of five in difficulty.

NYT Mini Crossword puzzle crossword and word game alternatives

If you enjoy mini crossword puzzles, the LA Times and the Washington Post also have daily mini crossword puzzles that can be just as complex and fun. However, if you prefer more word-based games, the NYT offers two: Strands and Spelling Bee.