Today's Mini Crossword

Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? While I love Whoppers candy, I admit I had no idea what word the puzzle editors were looking for in 6-Across. Read on for all the answers.

The Mini Crossword is a nice break from the tougher puzzles, and it takes only a fraction of the time of the vaunted, regular New York Times Crossword puzzle.

Across Clues and Answers

1A clue: Vampire ___ (flying mammal)Answer: BAT

4A clue: Ghost ___ (abandoned place)Answer: TOWN

5A clue: Land on the northern edge of Mount EverestAnswer: TIBET

6A clue: Shapes of Whopper candiesAnswer: ORBS

7A clue: Skeleton ___ (super’s item)Answer: KEY

The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Oct. 30, 2026.

Down Clues and Answers

1D clue: Celebrity chef FlayAnswer: BOBBY

2D clue: AmazesAnswer: AWES

3D clue: Explosive materialAnswer: TNT

4D clue: Something attached to a rope for a tree swingAnswer: TIRE

5D clue: Tik___Answer: TOK