Praise offers reassurance and makes us feel good about ourselves, and “Highly praises” is a clue in the NYT Mini Crossword for July 26 with a very achievable answer—I believe in you.

I have high praise for this crossword clue as it’s a thinker, but not one where you’re left kicking yourself. If you need help with one across in the NYT Mini, I have a set of hints to push you in the right direction.