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Sunday, November 30, 2025

Sunday's NYT Mini Nov 30 - All 10 Across & 10 Down Clues Decoded

Sunday NYT Mini Crossword Answers November 30, 2025 - Quick 5×5 Grid Solutions & Tips

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 November 30, 2025 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Sunday, November 30, 2025

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	November 30, 2025
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 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	106. 1994 co-Nobelist Shimon
2 Across	73. "When r u getting in?"
3 Across	64. Matador's opponent
4 Across	93. Break down in tears
5 Across	43. Dealer's manager
6 Across	72. Knighthood, for one
7 Across	1. Post-vacation pile
8 Across	25. Accommodates
9 Across	55. Ancient drinker of the fermented beverage chicha
10 Across	70. Energy

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: "106. 1994 co-Nobelist Shimon"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'P' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: P___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

PERES

2 Across: "73. "When r u getting in?""

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ETA

3 Across: "64. Matador's opponent"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'T' and ends with 'O'
Word pattern: T__O

Answer:

Click to reveal

TORO

4 Across: "93. Break down in tears"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'B'
Another word like this: prick

Answer:

Click to reveal

SOB

5 Across: "43. Dealer's manager"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

PITBOSS

6 Across: "72. Knighthood, for one"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'H' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: H___R

Answer:

Click to reveal

HONOR

7 Across: "1. Post-vacation pile"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'M' and ends with 'L'
Word pattern: M__L

Answer:

Click to reveal

MAIL

8 Across: "25. Accommodates"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

SEATS

9 Across: "55. Ancient drinker of the fermented beverage chicha"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'I' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: I___N

Answer:

Click to reveal

INCAN

10 Across: "70. Energy"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'V' and ends with 'M'
Another word like this: vigor

Answer:

Click to reveal

VIM

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	37. Arm of the police department
2 Down	81. Open-weave fabric
3 Down	3. Strain
4 Down	17. Italian sub ingredient
5 Down	94. Farmer Hoggett's entrant in a sheepherding contest
6 Down	10. Leaves the straight and narrow
7 Down	56. Animated character, informally
8 Down	26. John who painted "Backyards, Greenwich Village"
9 Down	46. Cash on the Ginza
10 Down	67. It's a gas

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

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

1 Down: "37. Arm of the police department"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'T' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: T___R

Answer:

Click to reveal

TASER

2 Down: "81. Open-weave fabric"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'M'
Word pattern: S___M

Answer:

Click to reveal

SCRIM

3 Down: "3. Strain"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ILK

4 Down: "17. Italian sub ingredient"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'I'
Word pattern: S____I

Answer:

Click to reveal

SALAMI

5 Down: "94. Farmer Hoggett's entrant in a sheepherding contest"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: B__E

Answer:

Click to reveal

BABE

6 Down: "10. Leaves the straight and narrow"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ERRS

7 Down: "56. Animated character, informally"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'T' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: T__N

Answer:

Click to reveal

TOON

8 Down: "26. John who painted "Backyards, Greenwich Village""

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: S___N

Answer:

Click to reveal

SLOAN

9 Down: "46. Cash on the Ginza"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

YEN

10 Down: "67. It's a gas"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

NEON

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 58 seconds
Difficulty:	A bit tricky

Common Questions About NYT Mini Crossword

When can I play the NYT Mini?

The puzzle comes out at 10 PM Eastern Time the night before. So you can play Monday's puzzle starting Sunday at 10 PM.

How fast should I be able to solve it?

Most people solve the 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?

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

What makes a good Mini solver?

Good Mini solvers know common short words, can spot wordplay quickly, and use crossing letters well. Practice helps a lot!

Are the puzzles harder on certain days?

Unlike the big NYT crossword, the Mini stays about the same difficulty every day. Sometimes Saturday might be a tiny bit harder.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Trivia Week 1 July 07, 2026 NYT Mini Crossword Hints

Trivia Week 1 NYT Mini July 07, 2026 Solutions & Guide

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 July 07, 2026 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Tuesday, July 07, 2026

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	July 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	41. Orgs. that may hold raffles
2 Across	59. Rebel Alliance princess
3 Across	64. "Amazing Grace," for one
4 Across	63. Break things off
5 Across	55. Common default computer font
6 Across	48. Slander
7 Across	9. "Rise and shine!"
8 Across	18. "Orinoco Flow" singer
9 Across	31. Easy mark for a hustle
10 Across	23. Ease off

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: "41. Orgs. that may hold raffles"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

PTAS

2 Across: "59. Rebel Alliance princess"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

LEIA

3 Across: "64. "Amazing Grace," for one"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'H' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: H__N

Answer:

Click to reveal

HYMN

4 Across: "63. Break things off"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ENDIT

5 Across: "55. Common default computer font"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ARIAL

6 Across: "48. Slander"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'D' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: D____E

Answer:

Click to reveal

DEFAME

7 Across: "9. "Rise and shine!""

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'G' and ends with 'P'
Word pattern: G___P

Answer:

Click to reveal

GETUP

8 Across: "18. "Orinoco Flow" singer"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ENYA

9 Across: "31. Easy mark for a hustle"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'L' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: L_____E

Answer:

Click to reveal

LIVEONE

10 Across: "23. Ease off"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: A___E

Answer:

Click to reveal

ABATE

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	2. Soothing succulent
2 Down	56. Hightailed it
3 Down	11. Levy
4 Down	25. Vanish into thin air
5 Down	57. "___ be my pleasure!"
6 Down	13. ___ Xing
7 Down	37. Absolute, as nonsense
8 Down	27. Geometrical corner
9 Down	51. Sled dog command
10 Down	52. Number of years that George Washington lived in the White House

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

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

1 Down: "2. Soothing succulent"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ALOE

2 Down: "56. Hightailed it"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

RAN

3 Down: "11. Levy"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

TAX

4 Down: "25. Vanish into thin air"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'G' and ends with 'F'
Word pattern: G____F

Answer:

Click to reveal

GOPOOF

5 Down: "57. "___ be my pleasure!""

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ITD

6 Down: "13. ___ Xing"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

PED

7 Down: "37. Absolute, as nonsense"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'U' and ends with 'R'
Word pattern: U___R

Answer:

Click to reveal

UTTER

8 Down: "27. Geometrical corner"

Helpful hints:

This word has 6 letters
It starts with 'V' and ends with 'X'
Word pattern: V____X

Answer:

Click to reveal

VERTEX

9 Down: "51. Sled dog command"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'M' and ends with 'H'
Word pattern: M__H

Answer:

Click to reveal

MUSH

10 Down: "52. Number of years that George Washington lived in the White House"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ZERO

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 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.

Friday, October 18, 2024

Fri Oct 18, 2024 NY Times Crossword Clues Hints

Across Clues :

1. Juice provider, 8. Portrayer of Laurie Strode in seven "Halloween" films, 14. Where customers can pay to smash household objects to smithereens, 16. Play without a break, 17. Attention-grabbing visuals, 18. Part of many singers' vocal warm-up routines, 19. Beef variety, 20. It's often playing games, 22. Playful snarl, 23. What painful sensations and frying pans can both do, 24. Shawarma holder, 25. Express one's displeasure toward, 26. Cryptaesthesia, more familiarly, 27. Artist whose full name anagrams to A MAN DETOURED, 28. Modern party planning tool, 29. Really good time, 30. Orthodontist's recommendation, 32. Digital art?, 35. Makes an opposing argument, 36. It generates a lot of buzz, 37. Register, as a complaint, 38. Voiced amazement, 40. "There, there" accompanier, 43. Former Israeli P.M. Sharon, 44. Stadium sounds, 45. De ___, 46. Word before friendly or name, 47. ID issuers, 48. Hit taker, 49. Beethoven's "Hammerklavier," for one, 51. Phrase typically shortened to its first three letters, 53. Geometry figure, 54. Big name in food delivery, 55. Accommodates, in listing-speak, 56. "That was perfect — I don't have any feedback"

Fri Oct 18, 2024 NY Times Crossword Clues Hints

Down Clues :

1. Clothing line, 2. Warren of the Allman Brothers Band, 3. Common reason for a missed reference, 4. Come back, 5. Mardi follower, 6. Vast span, 7. Entered a Wild West town, say, 8. "Walking in Memphis" singer Marc, 9. Deep-dish pizza maker, 10. What a '50s-style diner or arcade bar might have, 11. "Star Wars" planet that's home to womp rats, 12. First pitcher, maybe, 13. First pitcher, 15. "That explains it!", 21. Eucharist plate, 24. Crafter's supply, 25. Showed pride, in a way, 27. TV mounting spot, 29. Popular remedy for an upset stomach, 31. Penne, rigatoni, etc., 32. Sad sack, 33. Market, 34. Stick in the closet?, 35. Things of concern to grammarians and negotiators, 39. Moses portrayer in classic film, 40. Prod, 41. Not inclined, 42. Scrolls from right to left?, 45. Avoid, 47. Pops, 48. Fork-tailed bird, 50. Checkout screen option, 52. This is what it sounds like when doves cry

Break down the NYT Crosswords: October 18, 2024

Let's go into the puzzle, starting with the across clues and answers, followed by the down clues and answers.

Across Clues with Answers:

The clue is 1. Juice provider. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

The answer: CHARGER

Possible Answer : charger, courser, battery_charger

The clue is 8. Portrayer of Laurie Strode in seven "Halloween" films. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: CURTIS

Possible Answer : William_Curtis, Curtis

The clue is 14. Where customers can pay to smash household objects to smithereens. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: RAGEROOM

The clue is 16. Play without a break. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: ONEACT

The clue is 17. Attention-grabbing visuals. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: EYECANDY

The clue is 18. Part of many singers' vocal warm-up routines. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: HOTTEA

The clue is 19. Beef variety. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: ANGUS

Possible Answer : Angus_Og, Aengus, black_Angus, Oengus, Aberdeen_Angus, Angus

The clue is 20. It's often playing games. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: ESPN

The clue is 22. Playful snarl. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: ROWR

The clue is 23. What painful sensations and frying pans can both do. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: SEAR

Possible Answer : singe, scorch, blacken, parch, dried-up, sere, withered, shriveled, sear, shrivelled, char

The clue is 24. Shawarma holder. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: PITA

Possible Answer : pita, pocket_bread

The clue is 25. Express one's displeasure toward. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: BOOAT

The clue is 26. Cryptaesthesia, more familiarly. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: ESP

Possible Answer : ESP, second_sight, extrasensory_perception, E.S.P., clairvoyance

The clue is 27. Artist whose full name anagrams to A MAN DETOURED. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: MANET

Possible Answer : Manet, Edouard_Manet

The clue is 28. Modern party planning tool. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: EVITE

The clue is 29. Really good time. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: GAS

Possible Answer : flatulence, gun, gasconade, brag, gasolene, bluster, gas, petrol, vaunt, natural_gas, boast, throttle, gaseous_state, swash, gasoline, blow, tout, accelerator, gas_pedal, shoot_a_line, flatulency, accelerator_pedal

The clue is 30. Orthodontist's recommendation. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: RETAINER

Possible Answer : retainer, consideration, servant

The clue is 32. Digital art?. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (13 letters)

The answer: PAINTBYNUMBER

The clue is 35. Makes an opposing argument. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: COUNTERS

Possible Answer : parry, counterpunch, forestall, heel_counter, sideboard, counter, buffet, riposte, replication, anticipate, return, tabulator, retort, foresee, comeback, rejoinder

The clue is 36. It generates a lot of buzz. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: BEE

Possible Answer : bee

The clue is 37. Register, as a complaint. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: LODGE

Possible Answer : society, guild, hunting_lodge, auberge, Sir_Oliver_Joseph_Lodge, indian_lodge, wedge, hostel, charge, gild, club, Sir_Oliver_Lodge, order, file, stick, Lodge, deposit, accommodate, social_club, hostelry, inn, lodge
Possible Opposite Answer : dislodge

The clue is 38. Voiced amazement. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: OOHED

Possible Answer : ooh, aah

The clue is 40. "There, there" accompanier. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: PAT

Possible Answer : tap, chuck, rap, glib, pat, slick, dab

The clue is 43. Former Israeli P.M. Sharon. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: ARIEL

The clue is 44. Stadium sounds. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: OLES

The clue is 45. De ___. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: NOVO

The clue is 46. Word before friendly or name. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: USER

Possible Answer : user, substance_abuser, drug_user, exploiter

The clue is 47. ID issuers. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: DMVS

The clue is 48. Hit taker. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: TOKER

The clue is 49. Beethoven's "Hammerklavier," for one. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: SONATA

Possible Answer : sonata

The clue is 51. Phrase typically shortened to its first three letters. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: ETCETERA

Possible Answer : etcetera, etc., and_so_forth, and_so_on

The clue is 53. Geometry figure. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: EUCLID

Possible Answer : Euclid

The clue is 54. Big name in food delivery. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: DOORDASH

The clue is 55. Accommodates, in listing-speak. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: SLEEPS

Possible Answer : sopor, nap, sleep, rest, catch_some_Z's, log_Z's, slumber, eternal_rest, eternal_sleep, kip, quietus
Possible Opposite Answer : wake

The clue is 56. "That was perfect — I don't have any feedback". Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

The answer: NONOTES

Down Clues and Answers:

The clue is 1. Clothing line. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: CREASE

Possible Answer: plication, flexure, ruckle, rumple, crinkle, line, scrunch_up, crimp, scrunch, crumple, rake, furrow, creese, crease, bend, crisp, fold, seam, wrinkle, kris, graze
The clue is 2. Warren of the Allman Brothers Band. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: HAYNES
The clue is 3. Common reason for a missed reference. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: AGEGAP
The clue is 4. Come back. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: RECUR

Possible Answer: repeat, fall_back, resort, recur, go_back
The clue is 5. Mardi follower. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: GRAS
The clue is 6. Vast span. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: EON

Possible Answer: aeon, eon
The clue is 7. Entered a Wild West town, say. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: RODEIN
The clue is 8. "Walking in Memphis" singer Marc. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: COHN

Possible Answer: Ferdinand_Julius_Cohn, Cohn
The clue is 9. Deep-dish pizza maker. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: UNO
The clue is 10. What a '50s-style diner or arcade bar might have. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

The answer: RETROVIBE
The clue is 11. "Star Wars" planet that's home to womp rats. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: TATOOINE
The clue is 12. First pitcher, maybe. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: ICEWATER
The clue is 13. First pitcher. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

The answer: STARTER

Possible Answer: crank, fledgling, entrant, starting_motor, neophyte, newbie, freshman, appetizer, starter, starter_motor, appetiser, fledgeling, dispatcher, newcomer
The clue is 15. "That explains it!". Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (13 letters)

The answer: MYSTERYSOLVED
The clue is 21. Eucharist plate. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: PATEN
The clue is 24. Crafter's supply. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: PASTE

Possible Answer: glue, paste, library_paste, spread
The clue is 25. Showed pride, in a way. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: BEAMED

Possible Answer: radiate, send, glow, broadcast, shine, transmit, air, beam
The clue is 27. TV mounting spot. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: MANTEL

Possible Answer: chimneypiece, mantel, mantle, mantlepiece, mantelpiece
The clue is 29. Popular remedy for an upset stomach. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (9 letters)

The answer: GINGERALE
The clue is 31. Penne, rigatoni, etc.. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: TUBES

Possible Answer: tube-shaped_structure, subway_system, tubing, thermionic_vacuum_tube, subway, thermionic_tube, metro, electron_tube, underground, vacuum_tube, tube, pipe, thermionic_valve
The clue is 32. Sad sack. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: POORSOUL
The clue is 33. Market. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (8 letters)

The answer: AUDIENCE

Possible Answer: interview, audience, consultation, hearing
The clue is 34. Stick in the closet?. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: BROOM

Possible Answer: broom, ling, heather, Scots_heather, sweep, Calluna_vulgaris
The clue is 35. Things of concern to grammarians and negotiators. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (7 letters)

The answer: CLAUSES

Possible Answer: article, clause
The clue is 39. Moses portrayer in classic film. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: HESTON
The clue is 40. Prod. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: POKEAT
The clue is 41. Not inclined. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: AVERSE

Possible Answer: indisposed, antipathetic, antipathetical, averse, loth, loath
The clue is 42. Scrolls from right to left?. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (6 letters)

The answer: TORAHS

Possible Answer: Torah, Pentateuch, Laws
The clue is 45. Avoid. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (5 letters)

The answer: NOTDO
The clue is 47. Pops. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: DADS

Possible Answer: dad, daddy, pop, pappa, papa, dada, pa
The clue is 48. Fork-tailed bird. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (4 letters)

The answer: TERN

Possible Answer: tern
The clue is 50. Checkout screen option. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: TIP

Possible Answer: crest, tilt, hint, tumble, gratuity, steer, slant, lean, tiptoe, pourboire, confidential_information, point, bakshis, tip, wind, angle, bung, lead, topple, bakshish, summit, baksheesh, tippytoe, backsheesh, crown, top, tip_off, peak, tap, fee
The clue is 52. This is what it sounds like when doves cry. Can you find the Answer?

Here is a hint. It is a word with exactly (3 letters)

The answer: COO

Possible Answer: coo

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

NYT Mini Answers February 17, 2026 - Trivia Week 3 Special

Trivia Week 3 February 17, 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 February 17, 2026 — NYT Mini Crossword Grid - Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Puzzle Statistics
Detail	Information
Date	February 17, 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	50. Break up, as a group
2 Across	20. "Cool!"
3 Across	39. Music genre for the words hidden in this puzzle's circled letters ... or a punny description for them?
4 Across	66. Starts daydreaming, with "out"
5 Across	23. Big name in pet food
6 Across	69. Call off the relationship
7 Across	26. "I suppose that's right"
8 Across	70. Furtive
9 Across	21. Hit maker?
10 Across	32. Film performers' union, for short

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: "50. Break up, as a group"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'D' and ends with 'D'
Word pattern: D_____D

Answer:

Click to reveal

DISBAND

2 Across: "20. "Cool!""

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

NEATO

3 Across: "39. Music genre for the words hidden in this puzzle's circled letters ... or a punny description for them?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 7 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: B_____E

Answer:

Click to reveal

BAROQUE

4 Across: "66. Starts daydreaming, with "out""

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'Z' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: Z___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

ZONES

5 Across: "23. Big name in pet food"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'I' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: I__S

Answer:

Click to reveal

IAMS

6 Across: "69. Call off the relationship"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

ENDIT

7 Across: "26. "I suppose that's right""

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

GUESSSO

8 Across: "70. Furtive"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'Y'
Another word like this: tricky

Answer:

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SLY

9 Across: "21. Hit maker?"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

FIST

10 Across: "32. Film performers' union, for short"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'S' and ends with 'G'
Another word like this: droop

Answer:

Click to reveal

SAG

Down Clues - 10 Total

These clues go from top to bottom in the puzzle.

Down Clues List
Number	Clue
1 Down	36. "Don't be so weird!"
2 Down	18. Boot out of Europe?
3 Down	48. Shaggy head of hair
4 Down	54. Front part of a stage
5 Down	5. Wall Street debut, for short
6 Down	44. Aural ailment
7 Down	11. Highlights of a 15-Across
8 Down	39. Sandwiches often on toasted bread
9 Down	28. "Uh-uh"
10 Down	4. "Oh, that stupid little punk ..."

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

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

1 Down: "36. "Don't be so weird!""

Helpful hints:

This word has 9 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'L'
Word pattern: A_______L

Answer:

Click to reveal

ACTNORMAL

2 Down: "18. Boot out of Europe?"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'I' and ends with 'Y'
Word pattern: I___Y

Answer:

Click to reveal

ITALY

3 Down: "48. Shaggy head of hair"

Helpful hints:

This word has 3 letters
It starts with 'M' and ends with 'P'
Another word like this: swab

Answer:

Click to reveal

MOP

4 Down: "54. Front part of a stage"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'N'
Word pattern: A___N

Answer:

Click to reveal

APRON

5 Down: "5. Wall Street debut, for short"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

IPO

6 Down: "44. Aural ailment"

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

EARACHE

7 Down: "11. Highlights of a 15-Across"

Helpful hints:

This word has 5 letters
It starts with 'A' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: A___S

Answer:

Click to reveal

ARIAS

8 Down: "39. Sandwiches often on toasted bread"

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'B' and ends with 'S'
Word pattern: B__S

Answer:

Click to reveal

BLTS

9 Down: "28. "Uh-uh""

Helpful hints:

This word has 4 letters
It starts with 'N' and ends with 'E'
Word pattern: N__E

Answer:

Click to reveal

NOPE

10 Down: "4. "Oh, that stupid little punk ...""

Helpful hints:

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

Answer:

Click to reveal

SONOFA

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 45 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.

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Sunday, November 30, 2025

Sunday's NYT Mini Nov 30 - All 10 Across & 10 Down Clues Decoded

About Today's Puzzle

Today's 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: "106. 1994 co-Nobelist Shimon"

2 Across: "73. "When r u getting in?""

3 Across: "64. Matador's opponent"

4 Across: "93. Break down in tears"

5 Across: "43. Dealer's manager"

6 Across: "72. Knighthood, for one"

7 Across: "1. Post-vacation pile"

8 Across: "25. Accommodates"

9 Across: "55. Ancient drinker of the fermented beverage chicha"

10 Across: "70. Energy"

Down Clues - 10 Total

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

1 Down: "37. Arm of the police department"

2 Down: "81. Open-weave fabric"

3 Down: "3. Strain"

4 Down: "17. Italian sub ingredient"

5 Down: "94. Farmer Hoggett's entrant in a sheepherding contest"

6 Down: "10. Leaves the straight and narrow"

7 Down: "56. Animated character, informally"

8 Down: "26. John who painted "Backyards, Greenwich Village""

9 Down: "46. Cash on the Ginza"

10 Down: "67. It's a gas"

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

Recent Crossword Solutions:

Common Questions About NYT Mini Crossword

When can I play the NYT Mini?

How fast should I be able to solve it?

Do I need to pay to play?

What makes a good Mini solver?

Are the puzzles harder on certain days?

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Trivia Week 1 July 07, 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: "41. Orgs. that may hold raffles"

2 Across: "59. Rebel Alliance princess"

3 Across: "64. "Amazing Grace," for one"

4 Across: "63. Break things off"

5 Across: "55. Common default computer font"

6 Across: "48. Slander"

7 Across: "9. "Rise and shine!""

8 Across: "18. "Orinoco Flow" singer"

9 Across: "31. Easy mark for a hustle"

10 Across: "23. Ease off"

Down Clues - 10 Total

Hints and Answers for Down Clues

1 Down: "2. Soothing succulent"

2 Down: "56. Hightailed it"

3 Down: "11. Levy"

4 Down: "25. Vanish into thin air"

5 Down: "57. "___ be my pleasure!""

6 Down: "13. ___ Xing"

7 Down: "37. Absolute, as nonsense"

8 Down: "27. Geometrical corner"

9 Down: "51. Sled dog command"

10 Down: "52. Number of years that George Washington lived in the White House"

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