Stuck on any clues? We have the answers you need.
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times’ daily crossword. It’s a quicker experience that tests your speed with only a few clues. If you’re stumped while playing The Mini—similar to Wordle and Connections—we’re here to help.
Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Wednesday, April 8, 2026:
Across:
1. ___-Carlton (hotel chain) — Ritz
2. Span of the alphabet — Atoz
3. Cable channel with an out-of-this-world name — Starz
4. Takes care of, as a squeaky wheel — Oils
5. Toy on a string — Yoyo
Down:
1. When a post receives far more negative comments than likes, in social media slang — Ratio
2. World’s leading wine producer — Italy
3. Middle of the human body — Torso
4. Sleeping sound — Zzz
5. Tofu base — Soy
For more puzzles, check out Mashable’s games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more. Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands. Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.