NYT Mini Hints and Solutions for 17. October, 2026
The Mini #24607 for Saturday, October 17, 2026 is a 7x7 grid with 17 clues (10 Across, 7 Down), starting with 1-Across: “"A book which people praise and don't read," per Mark Twain”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
8 Across: Cheese used in lasagna
9 Across: Two hours of free drinks at a wedding, say
10 Across: Swanky event in a gallery
11 Across: Uncle, in Spanish
12 Across: Basketball net holder
13 Across: B&B relative
14 Across: ___ kwon do
15 Across: Number shown on a dating profile
16 Across: Show that The Weeknd has performed on, aptly enough
Down
1 Down: Zagreb's country
2 Down: Piercing seen while puckering
3 Down: Chemical ingredient in nail polish remover
4 Down: Karaoke choice
5 Down: Caribbean resort island for the ultrawealthy, familiarly
6 Down: Like antipasti, manicotti and gelati
7 Down: Gooey part of a Snickers bar
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 (#24607, 2026-10-17) has 17 clues — 10 Across and 7 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.