NYT Mini Hints and Solutions for 15. July, 2026
The Mini #24255 for Wednesday, July 15, 2026 is a 5x5 grid with 10 clues (5 Across, 5 Down), starting with 1-Across: “___ shrimp (classic oxymoron)”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
6 Across: Love, to a Frenchman (5 letters)
7 Across: Tale from Aesop (5 letters)
8 Across: Friend, to a Spaniard (5 letters)
9 Across: Provokes, with "up" (5 letters)
Down
1 Down: Disney villain between Gaston and Scar (5 letters)
2 Down: The so-called "fifth taste" (5 letters)
3 Down: Gas brand that merged with Exxon (5 letters)
4 Down: Stick out noticeably (5 letters)
5 Down: Milkshake mix-ins that might get stuck in your straw (5 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 5x5 with 10 clues, and its longest answer is 5 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 15, 2026
How many clues are in the July 15, 2026 NYT Mini crossword?
The Mini (#24255, 2026-07-15) has 10 clues — 5 Across and 5 Down.
What size is the July 15, 2026 Mini grid?
A 5x5 grid.
What's the longest answer in this puzzle?
5 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.