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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Today's Trivia Week 3 NYT Mini Crossword May 19, 2026 Answers

Trivia Week 3 Manual for NYT Mini May 19, 2026

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

About Today's Puzzle

NYT Mini Crossword solutions for May 19, 2026 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	May 19, 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.

5x5 Crossword Grid Pattern
	Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4	Column 5
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
Row 5

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.

Across Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Across	22. High court judge?
2 Across	36. Frozen dessert franchise
3 Across	61. "Beau ___"
4 Across	57. Like a gut course
5 Across	51. "Yikes!"
6 Across	27. Whale groups
7 Across	26. Joke (around)
8 Across	45. Free-spirited aesthetic
9 Across	60. Breads for Reuben sandwiches
10 Across	16. Sound of a horse's hoof

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:

1 Across: "22. High court judge?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 11 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: C_________E

Answer:

Click to reveal

CHAIRUMPIRE

2 Across: "36. Frozen dessert franchise"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'T' and ends with 'Y'
Word pattern: T__Y

Answer:

Click to reveal

TCBY

3 Across: "61. "Beau ___""

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'G' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: G___E

Answer:

Click to reveal

GESTE

4 Across: "57. Like a gut course"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'E' and ends with 'Y'
Word pattern: E__Y

Answer:

Click to reveal

EASY

5 Across: "51. "Yikes!""

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'E' and ends with 'D'
Word pattern: E__D

Answer:

Click to reveal

EGAD

6 Across: "27. Whale groups"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'P' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: P__S

Answer:

Click to reveal

PODS

7 Across: "26. Joke (around)"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'K' and ends with 'D'
Another word like this: fry

Answer:

Click to reveal

KID

8 Across: "45. Free-spirited aesthetic"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'O'
Word pattern: B__O

Answer:

Click to reveal

BOHO

9 Across: "60. Breads for Reuben sandwiches"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: R__S

Answer:

Click to reveal

RYES

10 Across: "16. Sound of a horse's hoof"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'P'
Word pattern: C__P

Answer:

Click to reveal

CLOP

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	37. Yoga stance on all fours
2 Down	29. Slowly ___ surely
3 Down	8. Gorp tidbit
4 Down	7. ___ goal (soccer blunder)
5 Down	18. ___ Lingus
6 Down	34. Leaves together?
7 Down	44. Companion to Fannie and Freddie in the mortgage biz
8 Down	2. Skating exhibition
9 Down	40. Nickname for Jeffrey Lebowski in "The Big Lebowski"
10 Down	11. From Nome or Juneau

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:

1 Down: "37. Yoga stance on all fours"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: C_____E

Answer:

Click to reveal

COWPOSE

2 Down: "29. Slowly ___ surely"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'T'
Another word like this: only

Answer:

Click to reveal

BUT

3 Down: "8. Gorp tidbit"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: R____N

Answer:

Click to reveal

RAISIN

4 Down: "7. ___ goal (soccer blunder)"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'N'
Another word like this: have

Answer:

Click to reveal

OWN

5 Down: "18. ___ Lingus"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'R'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

AER

6 Down: "34. Leaves together?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'P' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: P__E

Answer:

Click to reveal

PILE

7 Down: "44. Companion to Fannie and Freddie in the mortgage biz"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'G' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: G____E

Answer:

Click to reveal

GINNIE

8 Down: "2. Skating exhibition"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'I' and ends with 'W'
Word pattern: I_____W

Answer:

Click to reveal

ICESHOW

9 Down: "40. Nickname for Jeffrey Lebowski in "The Big Lebowski""

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'T' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: T_____E

Answer:

Click to reveal

THEDUDE

10 Down: "11. From Nome or Juneau"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: A_____N

Answer:

Click to reveal

ALASKAN

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

Today's Puzzle by the Numbers
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 52 seconds
Difficulty:	A bit tricky

Common Questions About Trivia Week 3

When can I play the Trivia Week 3 Mini?

The Trivia Week 3 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.

How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 3?

Most people solve the Trivia Week 3 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 3?

No! The Trivia Week 3 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.

What makes a good Trivia Week 3 solver?

Good Trivia Week 3 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 3?

Trivia Week 3 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.

Friday, April 24, 2026

Trivia Week 4 April 24, 2026 NYT Mini Crossword Hints

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

About Today's Puzzle

NYT Mini Crossword solutions for April 24, 2026 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Friday, April 24, 2026

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	April 24, 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.

5x5 Crossword Grid Pattern
	Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4	Column 5
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
Row 5

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.

Across Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Across	32. Approach surreptitiously
2 Across	21. Concern for a seamstress
3 Across	26. Green spots
4 Across	27. Game with a board numbered from 1 to 20
5 Across	25. Rocker Brian
6 Across	46. ?!?!?!
7 Across	45. Children's author Kinney
8 Across	54. Takes to the next level
9 Across	31. "The best cheese of its type in the world," per George Orwell
10 Across	38. One who's generous to a fault, say

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:

1 Across: "32. Approach surreptitiously"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'P'
Word pattern: S_____P

Answer:

Click to reveal

SNEAKUP

2 Across: "21. Concern for a seamstress"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'F' and ends with 'T'
Another word like this: primed

Answer:

Click to reveal

FIT

3 Across: "26. Green spots"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: O___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

OASES

4 Across: "27. Game with a board numbered from 1 to 20"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'D' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: D___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

DARTS

5 Across: "25. Rocker Brian"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'E' and ends with 'O'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

ENO

6 Across: "46. ?!?!?!"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'W' and ends with 'F'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

WTF

7 Across: "45. Children's author Kinney"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'J' and ends with 'F'
Word pattern: J__F

Answer:

Click to reveal

JEFF

8 Across: "54. Takes to the next level"

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'E' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: E______S

Answer:

Click to reveal

ELEVATES

9 Across: "31. "The best cheese of its type in the world," per George Orwell"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: S_____N

Answer:

Click to reveal

STILTON

10 Across: "38. One who's generous to a fault, say"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'D' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: D___R

Answer:

Click to reveal

DOTER

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	6. Murderer of Osiris, in myth
2 Down	3. Tubes that go down?
3 Down	44. Finish up with
4 Down	33. Surname of a Tolstoy heroine
5 Down	30. Coalesce
6 Down	4. The first of these was Terrible
7 Down	9. Recovers
8 Down	27. Attire
9 Down	29. From time past
10 Down	2. "Perish the thought!"

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:

1 Down: "6. Murderer of Osiris, in myth"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'T'
Another word like this: congeal

Answer:

Click to reveal

SET

2 Down: "3. Tubes that go down?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'I'
Word pattern: R______I

Answer:

Click to reveal

RIGATONI

3 Down: "44. Finish up with"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'E' and ends with 'T'
Word pattern: E___T

Answer:

Click to reveal

ENDAT

4 Down: "33. Surname of a Tolstoy heroine"

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'K' and ends with 'A'
Word pattern: K______A

Answer:

Click to reveal

KARENINA

5 Down: "30. Coalesce"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'U' and ends with 'Y'
Word pattern: U___Y

Answer:

Click to reveal

UNIFY

6 Down: "4. The first of these was Terrible"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'T' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: T___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

TSARS

7 Down: "9. Recovers"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'H' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: H___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

HEALS

8 Down: "27. Attire"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'D' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: D___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

DRESS

9 Down: "29. From time past"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: O___N

Answer:

Click to reveal

OLDEN

10 Down: "2. "Perish the thought!""

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'I' and ends with 'T'
Word pattern: I______T

Answer:

Click to reveal

IHOPENOT

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

Today's Puzzle by the Numbers
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 52 seconds
Difficulty:	Easy

Common Questions About Trivia Week 4

When can I play the Trivia Week 4 Mini?

The Trivia Week 4 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.

How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 4?

Most people solve the Trivia Week 4 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 4?

No! The Trivia Week 4 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.

What makes a good Trivia Week 4 solver?

Good Trivia Week 4 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 4?

Trivia Week 4 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.

Sunday, April 19, 2026

NYT Mini Trivia Week 3 April 19, 2026 - Hints & Answers

Quick NYT Mini Crossword April 19, 2026 (Trivia Week 3) - Solutions

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

About Today's Puzzle

NYT Mini Crossword solutions for April 19, 2026 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	April 19, 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.

5x5 Crossword Grid Pattern
	Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4	Column 5
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
Row 5

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.

Across Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Across	104. ___ Schwarz
2 Across	82. Some ranch sounds
3 Across	115. Heavy metal instrument in Verdi's "Il Trovatore"
4 Across	54. Defensive fortification
5 Across	49. They've got no complaints
6 Across	85. Keep it up when feeling down
7 Across	87. Ranks
8 Across	15. Contents of Lago de Maracaibo
9 Across	23. Traveled from Syros to Naxos to Mykonos, say
10 Across	99. Big name in power tools

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:

1 Across: "104. ___ Schwarz"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'F' and ends with 'O'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

FAO

2 Across: "82. Some ranch sounds"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'M' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: M__S

Answer:

Click to reveal

MOOS

3 Across: "115. Heavy metal instrument in Verdi's "Il Trovatore""

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'L'
Word pattern: A___L

Answer:

Click to reveal

ANVIL

4 Across: "54. Defensive fortification"

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'P' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: P______E

Answer:

Click to reveal

PALISADE

5 Across: "49. They've got no complaints"

Helpful hints:

This word has 12 letters
It starts with 'H' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: H__________S

Answer:

Click to reveal

HAPPYCAMPERS

6 Across: "85. Keep it up when feeling down"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: C__N

Answer:

Click to reveal

CHIN

7 Across: "87. Ranks"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'T' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: T___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

TIERS

8 Across: "15. Contents of Lago de Maracaibo"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'A'
Word pattern: A__A

Answer:

Click to reveal

AGUA

9 Across: "23. Traveled from Syros to Naxos to Mykonos, say"

Helpful hints:

This word has 12 letters
It starts with 'I' and ends with 'D'
Word pattern: I__________D

Answer:

Click to reveal

ISLANDHOPPED

10 Across: "99. Big name in power tools"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'L'
Word pattern: S___L

Answer:

Click to reveal

STIHL

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	50. Mowing, mulching, raking, etc.
2 Down	91. Loathes
3 Down	54. One-named sports legend
4 Down	65. It contains all of (and all the letters of) Toronto
5 Down	64. Ton of cargo
6 Down	49. Milliner's handiwork
7 Down	16. Doesn't stick to the plan
8 Down	108. Slang term for a recording studio
9 Down	102. The New York Times's "T," on a phone screen
10 Down	17. River through Orsk

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:

1 Down: "50. Mowing, mulching, raking, etc."

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'Y' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: Y______E

Answer:

Click to reveal

YARDCARE

2 Down: "91. Loathes"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: A____S

Answer:

Click to reveal

ABHORS

3 Down: "54. One-named sports legend"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'P' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: P__E

Answer:

Click to reveal

PELE

4 Down: "65. It contains all of (and all the letters of) Toronto"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'O'
Word pattern: O_____O

Answer:

Click to reveal

ONTARIO

5 Down: "64. Ton of cargo"

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'D'
Word pattern: B______D

Answer:

Click to reveal

BOATLOAD

6 Down: "49. Milliner's handiwork"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'H' and ends with 'T'
Another word like this: chapeau

Answer:

Click to reveal

HAT

7 Down: "16. Doesn't stick to the plan"

Helpful hints:

This word has 9 letters
It starts with 'G' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: G_______E

Answer:

Click to reveal

GOESROGUE

8 Down: "108. Slang term for a recording studio"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'L' and ends with 'B'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

LAB

9 Down: "102. The New York Times's "T," on a phone screen"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'I' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: I__N

Answer:

Click to reveal

ICON

10 Down: "17. River through Orsk"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'U' and ends with 'L'
Word pattern: U__L

Answer:

Click to reveal

URAL

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

Today's Puzzle by the Numbers
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 1 minute 3 seconds
Difficulty:	Medium

Common Questions About Trivia Week 3

When can I play the Trivia Week 3 Mini?

The Trivia Week 3 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.

How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 3?

Most people solve the Trivia Week 3 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 3?

No! The Trivia Week 3 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.

What makes a good Trivia Week 3 solver?

Good Trivia Week 3 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 3?

Trivia Week 3 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Quick NYT Mini Crossword April 15, 2026 (Trivia Week 3) - Solutions

Today's Trivia Week 3 NYT Mini Crossword April 15, 2026 Answers

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

About Today's Puzzle

NYT Mini Crossword solutions for April 15, 2026 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	April 15, 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.

5x5 Crossword Grid Pattern
	Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4	Column 5
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
Row 5

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.

Across Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Across	38. Tech review site
2 Across	60. English singer Parks
3 Across	16. Snackable seaweed
4 Across	57. Put all the bold letters in this clue together?
5 Across	49. Isle in Scotland's Inner Hebrides
6 Across	20. Paper view?
7 Across	61. Potato-based Hanukkah serving
8 Across	29. Put all the bold letters in this clue together?
9 Across	15. Musical instrument whose second syllable sounds like a part of other musical instruments
10 Across	59. Blizzard ingredient

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:

1 Across: "38. Tech review site"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'T'
Word pattern: C__T

Answer:

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CNET

2 Across: "60. English singer Parks"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'O'
Word pattern: A__O

Answer:

Click to reveal

ARLO

3 Across: "16. Snackable seaweed"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'N' and ends with 'I'
Word pattern: N__I

Answer:

Click to reveal

NORI

4 Across: "57. Put all the bold letters in this clue together?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 10 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: B________R

Answer:

Click to reveal

BUILDABEAR

5 Across: "49. Isle in Scotland's Inner Hebrides"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: S__E

Answer:

Click to reveal

SKYE

6 Across: "20. Paper view?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'D'
Word pattern: O__D

Answer:

Click to reveal

OPED

7 Across: "61. Potato-based Hanukkah serving"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'L' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: L___E

Answer:

Click to reveal

LATKE

8 Across: "29. Put all the bold letters in this clue together?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 14 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: C____________R

Answer:

Click to reveal

CREATEAMONSTER

9 Across: "15. Musical instrument whose second syllable sounds like a part of other musical instruments"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: O__E

Answer:

Click to reveal

OBOE

10 Across: "59. Blizzard ingredient"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'O'
Word pattern: O__O

Answer:

Click to reveal

OREO

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	45. Tried not to draw attention
2 Down	50. Letter between Juliet and Lima
3 Down	42. Indian P.M. of the 1990s
4 Down	26. Completely beat
5 Down	55. Promise
6 Down	58. Music genre prefix
7 Down	5. One-named singer with the 2022 hit "Unstoppable"
8 Down	40. Suit, e.g.
9 Down	30. Big name in plumbing
10 Down	8. Brest besties

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:

1 Down: "45. Tried not to draw attention"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'L' and ends with 'W'
Word pattern: L____W

Answer:

Click to reveal

LAYLOW

2 Down: "50. Letter between Juliet and Lima"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'K' and ends with 'O'
Word pattern: K__O

Answer:

Click to reveal

KILO

3 Down: "42. Indian P.M. of the 1990s"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'O'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

RAO

4 Down: "26. Completely beat"

Helpful hints:

This word has 9 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'D'
Word pattern: B_______D

Answer:

Click to reveal

BONETIRED

5 Down: "55. Promise"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'V' and ends with 'W'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

VOW

6 Down: "58. Music genre prefix"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'T'
Another word like this: EL

Answer:

Click to reveal

ALT

7 Down: "5. One-named singer with the 2022 hit "Unstoppable""

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'A'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

SIA

8 Down: "40. Suit, e.g."

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: C__E

Answer:

Click to reveal

CASE

9 Down: "30. Big name in plumbing"

Helpful hints:

This word has 10 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: R________R

Answer:

Click to reveal

ROTOROOTER

10 Down: "8. Brest besties"

Helpful hints:

This word has 8 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: B______S

Answer:

Click to reveal

BONSAMIS

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

Today's Puzzle by the Numbers
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 1 minute 3 seconds
Difficulty:	Easy

Common Questions About Trivia Week 3

When can I play the Trivia Week 3 Mini?

The Trivia Week 3 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.

How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 3?

Most people solve the Trivia Week 3 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 3?

No! The Trivia Week 3 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.

What makes a good Trivia Week 3 solver?

Good Trivia Week 3 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 3?

Trivia Week 3 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.

Saturday, February 7, 2026

NYT Mini Puzzle Trivia Week 1 February 07, 2026 - Solved

Today's Trivia Week 1 NYT Mini Crossword February 07, 2026 Answers

Quick Summary: Today's NYT Mini Crossword has 20 clues total. We have all the answers plus helpful hints to make solving easier!

About Today's Puzzle

NYT Mini Crossword solutions for February 07, 2026 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Saturday, February 07, 2026

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	February 07, 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.

5x5 Crossword Grid Pattern
	Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4	Column 5
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
Row 5

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.

Across Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Across	17. Singer with the 2016 Grammy-winning soul ballad "Cranes in the Sky"
2 Across	12. Summer picnic side dish
3 Across	40. As good as it gets
4 Across	38. "OMG"-evoking deed
5 Across	42. Isle of Sappho
6 Across	29. Over/under and point spread
7 Across	46. What a pitcher tries to do
8 Across	28. On the starting line
9 Across	47. Former e-book devices, until 2014
10 Across	16. Curio shop treasure

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. Also check out these helpful guides:

1 Across: "17. Singer with the 2016 Grammy-winning soul ballad "Cranes in the Sky""

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: S_____E

Answer:

Click to reveal

SOLANGE

2 Across: "12. Summer picnic side dish"

Helpful hints:

This word has 13 letters
It starts with 'M' and ends with 'D'
Word pattern: M___________D

Answer:

Click to reveal

MACARONISALAD

3 Across: "40. As good as it gets"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'L'
Word pattern: O_____L

Answer:

Click to reveal

OPTIMAL

4 Across: "38. "OMG"-evoking deed"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'F' and ends with 'T'
Word pattern: F__T

Answer:

Click to reveal

FEAT

5 Across: "42. Isle of Sappho"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'L' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: L____S

Answer:

Click to reveal

LESBOS

6 Across: "29. Over/under and point spread"

Helpful hints:

This word has 10 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: S________S

Answer:

Click to reveal

SPORTSBETS

7 Across: "46. What a pitcher tries to do"

Helpful hints:

This word has 13 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: R___________E

Answer:

Click to reveal

RETIRETHESIDE

8 Across: "28. On the starting line"

Helpful hints:

This word has 9 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'O'
Word pattern: R_______O

Answer:

Click to reveal

READYTOGO

9 Across: "47. Former e-book devices, until 2014"

Helpful hints:

This word has 11 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: S_________S

Answer:

Click to reveal

SONYREADERS

10 Across: "16. Curio shop treasure"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'O' and ends with 'Y'
Word pattern: O____Y

Answer:

Click to reveal

ODDITY

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	11. Not fair, in a way
2 Down	33. "___ This Mess"
3 Down	9. Pauline ___, former New Yorker film critic
4 Down	26. Michael who plays Allan in "Barbie"
5 Down	44. Many a professional office: Abbr.
6 Down	30. Woolen leggings, as worn by W.W. I soldiers
7 Down	34. Opening for a mail carrier
8 Down	29. A heavy drinker may be found in one
9 Down	36. Private reply
10 Down	12. Strip down the Interstate

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

Need help? Here are hints and answers for each clue above. You might also like:

1 Down: "11. Not fair, in a way"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'R' and ends with 'G'
Word pattern: R_____G

Answer:

Click to reveal

RAINING

2 Down: "33. "___ This Mess""

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: B___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

BLESS

3 Down: "9. Pauline ___, former New Yorker film critic"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'K' and ends with 'L'
Word pattern: K__L

Answer:

Click to reveal

KAEL

4 Down: "26. Michael who plays Allan in "Barbie""

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'C' and ends with 'A'
Word pattern: C__A

Answer:

Click to reveal

CERA

5 Down: "44. Many a professional office: Abbr."

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'E'
This is a short form or acronym

Answer:

Click to reveal

STE

6 Down: "30. Woolen leggings, as worn by W.W. I soldiers"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'P' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: P_____S

Answer:

Click to reveal

PUTTEES

7 Down: "34. Opening for a mail carrier"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'T'
Word pattern: S__T

Answer:

Click to reveal

SLOT

8 Down: "29. A heavy drinker may be found in one"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: S____R

Answer:

Click to reveal

STUPOR

9 Down: "36. Private reply"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'Y' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: Y____R

Answer:

Click to reveal

YESSIR

10 Down: "12. Strip down the Interstate"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'M' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: M____N

Answer:

Click to reveal

MEDIAN

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

Today's Puzzle by the Numbers
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 1 minute 3 seconds
Difficulty:	Medium

Common Questions About Trivia Week 1

When can I play the Trivia Week 1 Mini?

The Trivia Week 1 puzzle is available at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before.

How fast should I be able to solve Trivia Week 1?

Most people solve the Trivia Week 1 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 1?

No! The Trivia Week 1 NYT Mini is completely free. You don't need a subscription like the big crossword.

What makes a good Trivia Week 1 solver?

Good Trivia Week 1 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 1?

Trivia Week 1 puzzles can vary in difficulty. Saturdays are often the hardest, while Mondays are the easiest.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Today's Trivia Week 3 NYT Mini Crossword May 19, 2026 Answers

About Today's Puzzle

Today's Trivia Week {week_num} NYT Mini Crossword Grid Layout

How to Solve This Puzzle Fast

Quick Facts About This Puzzle

Across Clues - 10 Total

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

1 Across: "22. High court judge?"

2 Across: "36. Frozen dessert franchise"

3 Across: "61. "Beau ___""

4 Across: "57. Like a gut course"

5 Across: "51. "Yikes!""

6 Across: "27. Whale groups"

7 Across: "26. Joke (around)"

8 Across: "45. Free-spirited aesthetic"

9 Across: "60. Breads for Reuben sandwiches"

10 Across: "16. Sound of a horse's hoof"

Down Clues - 10 Total

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

1 Down: "37. Yoga stance on all fours"

2 Down: "29. Slowly ___ surely"

3 Down: "8. Gorp tidbit"

4 Down: "7. ___ goal (soccer blunder)"

5 Down: "18. ___ Lingus"

6 Down: "34. Leaves together?"

7 Down: "44. Companion to Fannie and Freddie in the mortgage biz"

8 Down: "2. Skating exhibition"

9 Down: "40. Nickname for Jeffrey Lebowski in "The Big Lebowski""

10 Down: "11. From Nome or Juneau"

How to Solve the NYT Mini Crossword Faster

Step-by-Step Strategy

Letter Tips That Really Help

Time Goals to Aim For

Puzzle Numbers and Facts

More Puzzle Help

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Common Questions About Trivia Week 3

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What makes a good Trivia Week 3 solver?

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Trivia Week 4 April 24, 2026 NYT Mini Crossword Hints

About Today's Puzzle

Today's Trivia Week {week_num} NYT Mini Crossword Grid Layout

How to Solve This Puzzle Fast

Quick Facts About This Puzzle

Across Clues - 10 Total

Hints and Answers for Across Clues

1 Across: "32. Approach surreptitiously"

2 Across: "21. Concern for a seamstress"

3 Across: "26. Green spots"

4 Across: "27. Game with a board numbered from 1 to 20"

5 Across: "25. Rocker Brian"

6 Across: "46. ?!?!?!"

7 Across: "45. Children's author Kinney"

8 Across: "54. Takes to the next level"

9 Across: "31. "The best cheese of its type in the world," per George Orwell"

10 Across: "38. One who's generous to a fault, say"

Down Clues - 10 Total

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

1 Down: "6. Murderer of Osiris, in myth"

2 Down: "3. Tubes that go down?"

3 Down: "44. Finish up with"

4 Down: "33. Surname of a Tolstoy heroine"

5 Down: "30. Coalesce"

6 Down: "4. The first of these was Terrible"

7 Down: "9. Recovers"

8 Down: "27. Attire"

9 Down: "29. From time past"

10 Down: "2. "Perish the thought!""

How to Solve the NYT Mini Crossword Faster

Step-by-Step Strategy

Letter Tips That Really Help

Time Goals to Aim For

Puzzle Numbers and Facts

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