NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Today, Apr 20, 2026

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Apr 20, 2026

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Source: New York Times Mini

ACROSS →

The horizontal 'Across' clues read from left to right. Our interactive solver is the perfect helper for these entries. Use this free tool below to reveal any ACROSS answers you're missing and complete the line.

1The Notorious ___ (longtime Supreme Court nickname)

4Islamic equivalent of kosher

6Repent for one's wrongs

7Warrior with throwing stars called shuriken

8Camera brand that really had a moment?

DOWN ↓

Down' clues run vertically from top to bottom. Let our free tool act as your puzzle helper; the solver below provides instant answers for every DOWN clue, making it easy to finish the grid.

13:2 or 5:4

2Like some light hair and light ales

3Weed

4Nickname for Henry

5News story from an undisclosed source

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Mini Crossword

What is the grid size of the NYT Mini Crossword?

The standard NYT Mini Crossword features a compact 5x5 grid on most days, making it a quick and accessible daily challenge. While very rare, the puzzle for Saturday has occasionally featured a larger grid for a special theme.

Is the Mini Crossword harder on certain days?

Unlike the main New York Times Crossword, the Mini Crossword does not have a strict progressive difficulty from Monday to Saturday. The challenge is generally consistent, though many players find the Saturday puzzle can feel a bit trickier, often featuring more clever wordplay. When you're stuck, you can always find the Mini Crossword Answers right here.

What time does the new Mini Crossword come out?

The NYT Mini Crossword is released on a consistent schedule, always appearing the evening before its official publication date. The release times are: - Sunday & Monday Puzzles: Released at 6:00 PM ET the evening before. - Tuesday to Saturday Puzzles: Released at 10:00 PM ET the evening before.

Where can I find all the answers for the Mini Crossword?

You've found the right place! We publish the complete list of Mini Crossword Answers every single day. You can use our interactive solver on this page for today's solutions or browse our archives for past puzzles.

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About the NYT Mini Crossword Puzzle

The New York Times Mini Crossword is the fast, fun little brother to the classic NYT Crossword. Published daily, it features a compact 5x5 grid that’s challenging yet solvable in minutes. It's the perfect daily brain teaser to warm up your puzzle-solving skills. If you find yourself stuck, our page provides all the Mini Crossword Answers to help you out.

Our interactive solver is designed to help when you're stuck on a particular clue in the Mini Crossword. Instead of spoiling the whole puzzle, you can reveal individual letters or complete answers as needed, preserving the satisfaction of solving while getting just the right amount of help.