Dutch seat of government, with "The" NYT Crossword Clue
The answer is HAGUE. HAGUE fits because “The Hague” (Dutch: Den Haag) is the city commonly referred to as the seat of the Dutch government and is conventionally used with the definite article “The.” The clue’s phrasing *“with ‘The’”* signals that the answer is the place normally preceded by “The,” so HAGUE is the correct fill.
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers – 24th August 2025
If you got stuck somewhere else in today’s Mini, you’re not alone. The 24th August 2025, puzzle came packed with clever wordplay and a punchy grid. Here’s a quick run down for solvers who want to double-check their work

Perch for a family photo | Show |
Burnett with a variety show from 1967 to 1978 | Show |
Plant that yields mezcal | Show |
Deceptive ploys | Show |
"You've gotta be kidding me!" | Show |
How a leap of faith might feel | Show |
Dutch seat of government, with "The" | Show |
What many pencils can do that magic markers can't | Show |
Holds dear | Show |
___ and blood (kin) | Show |
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