NYT Mini Hints and Solutions for 2. July, 2026
The Mini #24214 for Thursday, July 2, 2026 is a 6x6 grid with 12 clues (6 Across, 6 Down), starting with 1-Across: “The "A" of G.P.A.: Abbr.”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
4 Across: Fashion's Oscar ___ Renta (4 letters)
6 Across: Waterways traveled by gondola in 2-Down (6 letters)
8 Across: The Ponte di Rialto in 2-Down, e.g. (6 letters)
9 Across: Remove, as nails from a cat (6 letters)
10 Across: Pair of peepers (4 letters)
Down
1 Down: On ___ (how some pranks are done) (5 letters)
2 Down: Italian city that's the subject of this puzzle (6 letters)
3 Down: "More than happy to!" (6 letters)
5 Down: Pond scum (5 letters)
6 Down: Relaxant in some edibles, for short (3 letters)
7 Down: Stitches together with needle and thread (4 letters)
How NYT Mini Crossword Works
The NYT Mini Crossword is a bite-sized daily puzzle created by Joel Fagliano. Unlike the standard 15x15 daily crossword, the Mini uses a compact grid — usually 5x5, sometimes larger on Saturdays — designed to be solved in a few minutes. Today's Mini is 6x6 with 12 clues, and its longest answer is 6 letters.
- Across & Down Clues are divided into horizontal (Across) and vertical (Down) directions with numbers matching grid coordinates.
- Progressive Hints Use Hint 1 for a descriptive nudge or Hint 2 for starting and ending letter bounds before using full reveals.
- Daily Reset New Mini puzzles drop daily at 10:00 PM EST on weekdays/Saturdays and 6:00 PM EST on Sundays.
NYT Mini FAQ for July 2, 2026
How many clues are in the July 2, 2026 NYT Mini crossword?
The Mini (#24214, 2026-07-02) has 12 clues — 6 Across and 6 Down.
What size is the July 2, 2026 Mini grid?
A 6x6 grid.
What's the longest answer in this puzzle?
6 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.