NYT Mini Hints and Solutions for 10. October, 2026
The Mini #24454 for Saturday, October 10, 2026 is a 7x7 grid with 16 clues (8 Across, 8 Down), starting with 1-Across: “Poker game entry fee”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
6 Across: Multi-story temple
7 Across: Bird that can survive temperatures of -60 C°
8 Across: Really awesome
9 Across: ___ Burgundy, hotshot anchorman in "Anchorman"
10 Across: Science class that really gets under your skin?
12 Across: Loose-fitting garments of ancient Greece
13 Across: Orderly pile
Down
1 Down: Piece of cloth tied around the head
2 Down: Brand with fleece-lined boots
3 Down: "Nice job, dude!"
4 Down: "Good egg" and "bad apple"
5 Down: Caretaker for small kids
6 Down: Tiny bit of packing material
7 Down: Utter fools, to a Brit
11 Down: ___-tac-toe
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.
Today's NYT Mini FAQ
How many clues are in today's NYT Mini crossword?
Today's Mini (#24454, 2026-10-10) has 16 clues — 8 Across and 8 Down.
What size is today's Mini grid?
A 7x7 grid.
What's the longest answer today?
7 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.