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Elevators, in British English NYT Mini crossword clue

Editorially reviewed August 19, 2026

Answer

LIFTS

Why LIFTS fits

In British English, an elevator is normally called a LIFT. The plural clue “Elevators” therefore requires the plural British answer LIFTS.

Clue signal

“In British English” asks for a regional vocabulary equivalent, and the clue is plural.

LIFTS meaning

The standard British plural noun for elevators that carry people between floors.

Where this clue appeared

6-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for August 19, 2026.

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