‘Sneaking around in a sly way’ NYT Mini Crossword clue, answer and hints

I am not accusing you of being a thief, nor am I admitting that I am one. But if you have any knowledge of theft or insight into this criminal practice, it will surely help you figure out the solution to the NYT “Crept around in a weaselly way” clue from August 28th.

‘Sneaking around in a sly way’ August 28 NYT Mini Crossword hints

• Tip one: Move quietly and unobtrusively.
• Tip two: There is one vowel in the middle.
• Tip three: It’s almost a stinking clue.
• Tip four: Ends with a “K.”

It’s finally time to reveal the solution to this devious clue.

‘Sneaking around in a sly way’ answer August 28 NYT Mini Crossword

You are looking for the word “DRESSED” for the clue “Sneaking Around in a Sly Way” in today’s NYT Mini.

To “slink” or “slunk” means to move around stealthily and sneak around someone. Therefore, if you replace the “L” in “Slunk” with a “K”, the clue becomes quite stinky indeed!

August 28 NYT Mini Crossword Puzzle: All Clues and Answers

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• 1D Messed up situation — MIX
• 2D Signs of Things to Come — SIGNS
• 3D Annoying – ANNOYING
• 4D Bump on skin — CYST
• 5D Angel hair topper? — HALO

Crossword puzzle difficulty ‘Sneaking around in a sly way’

My years of playing Sly Cooper, Splinter Cell, Assassin’s Creedand countless other stealth-oriented games made this clue pretty easy—but this is me. The word “SLUNK” can be associated with other media, including movies and books that focus on stealth, so the solution isn’t entirely uncommon—hence a three out of five judgement.

Puzzles to enjoy after you complete the NYT Mini Crossword

The internet is full of other daily word games. In addition to the NYT Mini Crossword, the LA Times, Washington Post, Strands, and Spelling Bee also have great, clever challenges designed to keep your brain trained.