‘Package before sending’ NYT Mini Crossword clue answer and hints

When did you last send a package to someone? It must have been years since I last sent one. But enough about me. What’s it called when you package something before sending it? The NYT Mini Crossword is desperate to know.

‘Package before sending’ NYT Aug. 19 Mini Crossword hints and answer

• Hint 1: 3, 2.
• Hint 2: Two words.
• Hint 3: It starts with the letter “B.”
• Hint 4: Enclose.

Stop scrolling! I’m seconds away from uncovering the answer.

Did you get it? The answer to six across in the Aug. 19 New York Times Mini Crossword is “BOXUP.” Before sending a package to someone, you box it up. In other words, you place the item in a box and tape it to secure it before heading to the local post office.

‘Package before sending’ NYT Mini Crossword difficulty rating

I briefly stumbled on this NYT Mini Crossword clue because I was looking for one word instead of two. Unlike standard crossword puzzles, NYT’s Mini doesn’t indicate when the answer is more than one word (3, 2). But I eventually got the answer, and I’d say it’s relatively straightforward. For that reason, I’m giving this clue a two out of five on my difficulty rating scale.

NYT Mini Crossword (Aug. 19) answers

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How to play other word games like the NYT Mini Crossword

Fancy playing more word games like the NYT Mini Crossword? The LA Times and the Washington Post are both worth your time. Want a change of pace? Strands and Spelling Bee are excellent alternatives.