Introduction

Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? The New York Times 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.

Need some help with today’s Mini Crossword? It’s kind of fun how 1-Across and 1-Down are homophones. Read on if you need help solving the puzzle today.

Mini across clues and answers

1A clue: “___ not, want not”Answer: WASTE

6A clue: Get under the skin ofAnswer: ANNOY

7A clue: Truly amazedAnswer: INAWE

8A clue: Knighted fellowsAnswer: SIRS

9A clue: “Plain white” article of clothing for James DeanAnswer: TEE

The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Oct. 7, 2026.

Mini down clues and answers

1D clue: Body part that’s a homophone of 1-AcrossAnswer: WAIST

2D clue: Broadway musical in which Sadie Sink got her start (at age 10!)Answer: ANNIE

3D clue: Part of a drum kitAnswer: SNARE

4D clue: Hauls away, as a carAnswer: TOWS

5D clue: One of five for a dragonflyAnswer: EYE