NYT Mini Crossword clues & answers
The pocket-sized crossword, solved in minutes. Every clue in today's mini grid, with the full answer key waiting behind a tap. Nothing spoils until you tap it.
How this hub works
The Mini Crossword is a compact 5x5 grid built for a quick daily solve, usually just a handful of Across and Down clues. Our daily page lists every clue with its answer, so a single tricky one doesn't have to slow down the rest of your grid.
We publish today's puzzle and keep yesterday's up as well, so a missed day is never out of reach for long.
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We currently keep today's and yesterday's grids live. Check back daily, since each page updates as soon as the new puzzle drops.
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