Prepare for a weekend getaway

Published by Naitik Mehta · March 29, 2026

Stuck on the clue Prepare for a weekend getaway from the New York Times Mini for March 29, 2026? We have the correct 4-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?

Clue

Prepare for a weekend getaway (4)

Answer

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The answer to Prepare for a weekend getaway is Pack (4 letters).

Why does Pack fit this clue?

This is a direct definition clue where 'Prepare for a weekend getaway' points to PACK as the answer. To pack means to put items into a suitcase, bag, or container for transport or storage. When preparing for any trip, including a weekend getaway, the essential first step is to pack your belongings into luggage. The clue works by describing the most common action people take when getting ready to travel, making PACK the natural and straightforward answer.

What does Prepare for a weekend getaway mean?

We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.

prepare

verb

•to make ready or get ready for something

weekend

noun

•Saturday and Sunday, especially as a time for leisure

getaway

noun

•a short vacation or trip away from home

Where did this clue appear?

This clue appeared as 1-across in the New York Times Mini on March 29, 2026, by Christina Iverson, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.

NYT Mini — Mar 29, 2026

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What does Pack mean?

noun

•A bundle made up and prepared to be carried; especially, a bundle to be carried on the back, but also a load for an animal, a bale.

•A number or quantity equal to the contents of a pack

verb

•(physical) To put or bring things together in a limited or confined space, especially for storage or transport.

•(social) To cheat.

Origin of the word Pack

•origin: Middle Dutch 'pak'

•period: 13th century

The word originally referred to a bundle or bale of goods carried by merchants, and is related to the verb 'to pack' which came later from the noun.

How to use Pack in a sentence

Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Pack.

•“I need to pack my suitcase tonight since we're leaving for the beach house first thing tomorrow morning.”

•“Don't forget to pack some snacks for the kids before we head to the park.”

•“She always tends to pack too many clothes whenever she travels, even for just a few days.”

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What is the answer to Prepare for a weekend getaway?
The answer is Pack (4 letters).
Where did this clue appear?
This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 29, 2026.
How many letters does the answer to Prepare for a weekend getaway have?
The answer has 4 letters: Pack.

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