NYT Mini Crossword Answers Today — October 22, 2026

Work through the latest New York Times bite-size crossword with every clue in Across and Down order. Get a gentle hint first, then reveal an answer only when you choose.

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Today's NYT Mini Crossword clues and answers

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NYT Mini Crossword clues and answers for October 22, 2026

This verified NYT Mini Crossword snapshot contains every Across and Down clue for October 22, 2026. Open only the answer you need to keep the rest of the puzzle spoiler-safe.

Updated by the Stuck on a Word editorial team after checking the published puzzle data.

Date and answer check: The publication date is interpreted in America/New_York. If your local calendar date differs, use the displayed publication date to confirm the correct clues and answers.

Today's NYT Mini at a glance

The 5×5 puzzle has 10 clues: 5 Across and 5 Down. Start with the shortest clues, then use crossing letters before revealing an answer.

Across clues and answers

  1. 1. Go across
    Reveal 4-letter answer

    Answer: SPAN

  2. 5. Political staffer
    Reveal 4-letter answer

    Answer: AIDE

  3. 6. "Stand clear of the closing ___, please" (iconic N.Y.C. subway announcement)
    Reveal 5-letter answer

    Answer: DOORS

  4. 8. Hairstyle secured with pins, maybe
    Reveal 4-letter answer

    Answer: UPDO

  5. 9. Greek river of the underworld
    Reveal 4-letter answer

    Answer: STYX

Down clues and answers

  1. 1. Feeling down
    Reveal 3-letter answer

    Answer: SAD

  2. 2. Devout
    Reveal 5-letter answer

    Answer: PIOUS

  3. 3. Get from the pound
    Reveal 5-letter answer

    Answer: ADOPT

  4. 4. Excelling at trivia, say
    Reveal 5-letter answer

    Answer: NERDY

  5. 7. "Red" or "White" team
    Reveal 3-letter answer

    Answer: SOX

NYT Mini Crossword FAQ for October 22, 2026

What date is this NYT Mini Crossword for?
This verified puzzle is for October 22, 2026.
Who constructed today's puzzle?
Joel Fagliano constructed this puzzle.
How many clues are in today's puzzle?
There are 10 clues across the Across and Down lists.
Where can I find today's NYT Mini Crossword answers?
Every Across and Down clue is listed above with an individual spoiler control, so you can reveal only the answer you need.
Are these NYT Mini Crossword answers current?
Yes. The clues, constructor and answers were checked for October 22, 2026; an older puzzle is never presented as today's verified snapshot.

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