NYT Mini · 7-Across · 5 letters
Directly called out in a post, using an “@” NYT Mini crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 4, 2026
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ATTED means tagged or directly mentioned using the at symbol. The clue's past-tense called requires the -ED form; the double T comes from the spelling of this informal verb.
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The @ symbol supplies the spoken base word, while called sets the past tense.
Expanded meaning
Atted is an informal past-tense form of at, meaning mentioned or addressed with an @ handle online.
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7-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for September 4, 2026.
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