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 features a compact 5x5 grid designed to be solved in under two minutes.
- 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 Hints and Solutions for 23. August, 2026
Across and Down clue hints for today's Mini.
Across
6 Across: More than enough
7 Across: Obvious verdict in Shaggy's "It Wasn't Me"
8 Across: Hit the slopes
9 Across: Something to "keep on the prize"
Down
1 Down: People or Rolling Stone, for short
2 Down: Make laugh
3 Down: Like the skin of a durian fruit
4 Down: Skate park jump
5 Down: Part of a ping-pong table
Today's NYT Mini FAQ
How many clues are in today's NYT Mini crossword?
Today's Mini (#24329, 2026-08-23) has 10 clues — 5 Across and 5 Down.
What size is today's Mini grid?
A 5x6 grid.
What's the longest answer today?
5 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.