The Mini is a bite-sized model of The New York Occasions‘ revered every day crossword. Whereas the crossword is a lengthier expertise that requires each information and persistence to finish, The Mini is a completely totally different vibe.
With solely a handful of clues to reply, the every day puzzle doubles as a speed-running check for a lot of who play it.
So, when a tough clue disrupts a participant’s circulation, it may be irritating! If you end up stumped taking part in The Mini — very similar to with Wordle and Connections — we’ve you coated.
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Listed below are the clues and solutions to NYT’s The Mini for Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026:
Throughout
The slightest quantity
With 2-Down, deliberately inflammatory posts
Soiled stuff
5 Beneath or 7-Eleven
One thing used to steer a rowboat
Down
Sounds from a doggy daycare
See 5-Throughout
See 5-Throughout
Small, colourful fish that is fashionable in aquariums
2013 movie wherein Joaquin Phoenix’s character falls in love with an A.I. working system
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Are you additionally taking part in NYT Strands? See hints and solutions for at the moment’s Strands.
Not the day you are after? This is the answer to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.
Matters
Gaming
Mini Crossword
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