Trivia Week 2 Manual for NYT Mini February 10, 2026
Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!
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About Today's Puzzle
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | February 10, 2026 |
| Grid Size | 5 x 5 squares |
| Total Clues | 20 clues |
| Across Clues | 10 clues |
| Down Clues | 10 clues |
| Average Solve Time | Under 1 minute |
Today's Trivia Week {week_num} NYT Mini Crossword Grid Layout
This puzzle uses a 5 by 5 grid. That means 5 boxes across and 5 boxes down.
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How to Solve This Puzzle Fast
- Read all the clues first - your brain will start working on them
- Fill in the short words first (3 letters or less)
- Use the crossing letters to help with harder words
- If a clue has a question mark (?), it's probably a joke or play on words
- Common short words: THE, AND, ARE, FOR, NOT
Quick Facts About This Puzzle
- Total squares in grid: 25 (5 times 5)
- Average time to solve: Less than 1 minute
- Best time to play: During a coffee break
- Difficulty level: Made for everyone to enjoy
Across Clues - 10 Total
These clues go from left to right in the puzzle.
| Number | Clue |
|---|---|
| 1 Across | 68. Program for expedited travel between the U.S. and Canada |
| 2 Across | 25. Psychic who examines lifelines and heart lines |
| 3 Across | 23. $$$ execs |
| 4 Across | 69. Section of a journey |
| 5 Across | 54. Denisovich or Ilyich of Russian literature |
| 6 Across | 37. "Toy Story 2" character who says "I'm packing you an extra pair of shoes, and your angry eyes, just in case" |
| 7 Across | 1. Pep in one's step |
| 8 Across | 31. Art ___ (geometric architectural style) |
| 9 Across | 56. Word after mountain or vocal |
| 10 Across | 41. Invites for a nightcap, say |
Hints and Answers for Across Clues
Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:
- Todays 55 NYT Mini December 30 2025
- December 31 2021 NYT Clues Solutions
- All NYT Across Clues September 17 2025
1 Across: "68. Program for expedited travel between the U.S. and Canada"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 5 letters
- It starts with 'N' and ends with 'S'
- Word pattern: N___S
Answer: Click to reveal
NEXUS
2 Across: "25. Psychic who examines lifelines and heart lines"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 10 letters
- It starts with 'P' and ends with 'R'
- Word pattern: P________R
Answer: Click to reveal
PALMREADER
3 Across: "23. $$$ execs"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'C' and ends with 'S'
- Word pattern: C__S
Answer: Click to reveal
CFOS
4 Across: "69. Section of a journey"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'L' and ends with 'G'
- Another word like this: branch
Answer: Click to reveal
LEG
5 Across: "54. Denisovich or Ilyich of Russian literature"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'I' and ends with 'N'
- Word pattern: I__N
Answer: Click to reveal
IVAN
6 Across: "37. "Toy Story 2" character who says "I'm packing you an extra pair of shoes, and your angry eyes, just in case""
Helpful hints:
- This word has 13 letters
- It starts with 'M' and ends with 'D'
- Word pattern: M___________D
Answer: Click to reveal
MRSPOTATOHEAD
7 Across: "1. Pep in one's step"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'V' and ends with 'M'
- Another word like this: vigour
Answer: Click to reveal
VIM
8 Across: "31. Art ___ (geometric architectural style)"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 4 letters
- It starts with 'D' and ends with 'O'
- Word pattern: D__O
Answer: Click to reveal
DECO
9 Across: "56. Word after mountain or vocal"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 5 letters
- It starts with 'R' and ends with 'E'
- Word pattern: R___E
Answer: Click to reveal
RANGE
10 Across: "41. Invites for a nightcap, say"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 5 letters
- It starts with 'H' and ends with 'P'
- Word pattern: H___P
Answer: Click to reveal
HASUP
Down Clues - 10 Total
These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.
| Number | Clue |
|---|---|
| 1 Down | 4. Song suitable for a slow dance |
| 2 Down | 18. One of three in the Domino's logo |
| 3 Down | 10. "One moment!" |
| 4 Down | 60. News website with a Latin name |
| 5 Down | 63. Snoopy or Scooby-Doo |
| 6 Down | 13. Regularly hits the gym, say |
| 7 Down | 62. Formerly named |
| 8 Down | 22. Occasion for some girl talk |
| 9 Down | 52. Only U.S. state with a monosyllabic name |
| 10 Down | 39. First and foremost |
Hints and Answers for Down Clues
Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:
- All NYT Across Clues September 27 2025
- September 10 2022 NYT Clues Solutions
- November 11 2020 NYT Clues Solutions
1 Down: "4. Song suitable for a slow dance"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 6 letters
- It starts with 'B' and ends with 'D'
- Word pattern: B____D
Answer: Click to reveal
BALLAD
2 Down: "18. One of three in the Domino's logo"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'P' and ends with 'P'
- Another word like this: rack up
Answer: Click to reveal
PIP
3 Down: "10. "One moment!""
Helpful hints:
- This word has 6 letters
- It starts with 'I' and ends with 'C'
- Word pattern: I____C
Answer: Click to reveal
INASEC
4 Down: "60. News website with a Latin name"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'V' and ends with 'X'
- Another word like this: voice
Answer: Click to reveal
VOX
5 Down: "63. Snoopy or Scooby-Doo"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'D' and ends with 'G'
- Another word like this: hound
Answer: Click to reveal
DOG
6 Down: "13. Regularly hits the gym, say"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 11 letters
- It starts with 'G' and ends with 'E'
- Word pattern: G_________E
Answer: Click to reveal
GETSINSHAPE
7 Down: "62. Formerly named"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 3 letters
- It starts with 'N' and ends with 'E'
- This is a short form or acronym
Answer: Click to reveal
NEE
8 Down: "22. Occasion for some girl talk"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 11 letters
- It starts with 'L' and ends with 'T'
- Word pattern: L_________T
Answer: Click to reveal
LADIESNIGHT
9 Down: "52. Only U.S. state with a monosyllabic name"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 5 letters
- It starts with 'M' and ends with 'E'
- Word pattern: M___E
Answer: Click to reveal
MAINE
10 Down: "39. First and foremost"
Helpful hints:
- This word has 8 letters
- It starts with 'A' and ends with 'L'
- Word pattern: A______L
Answer: Click to reveal
ABOVEALL
How to Solve the NYT Mini Crossword Faster
Here are the best tips from expert solvers:
Step-by-Step Strategy
- Quick Scan: Read all clues once. Your brain starts working on them right away.
- Easy First: Fill in the shortest words (2-3 letters). These are usually simple words like "IT" or "ON".
- Use Crossings: When letters cross, they help you figure out harder words.
- Watch for Wordplay: Clues with question marks (?) are jokes or puns.
- Common Words: Remember these appear often: ERA, ORE, ATE, ICE.
Letter Tips That Really Help
- The letter E is the most common in English
- Words ending in S are often plurals
- If you see "___" in a clue, the answer fits those blanks exactly
- Abbreviations in clues mean the answer is also abbreviated
Time Goals to Aim For
| Your Time | Skill Level | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30 seconds | Expert | You know the puzzle patterns very well! |
| 30-60 seconds | Advanced | Great job! You solve quickly. |
| 1-2 minutes | Good | You're doing well. Keep practicing! |
| Over 2 minutes | Learning | You'll get faster with practice. |
Puzzle Numbers and Facts
| Total Clues: | 20 clues to solve |
| Grid Size: | 5 boxes across, 5 boxes down |
| Total Squares: | 25 squares to fill |
| Average Time: | Most people solve in 45 seconds |
| Difficulty: | Normal |
Common Questions About Trivia Week 2
When can I play the Trivia Week 2 Mini?
The Trivia Week 2 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.
How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 2?
Most people solve the Trivia Week 2 Mini in 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Don't worry if you take longer - speed comes with practice!
Do I need to pay to play Trivia Week 2?
No! The Trivia Week 2 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.
What makes a good Trivia Week 2 solver?
Good Trivia Week 2 solvers know common short words, can spot wordplay quickly, and use crossing letters well. Practice helps a lot!
Are the puzzles harder during Trivia Week 2?
Trivia Week 2 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.
