The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.
With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.
So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, April 22, 2026:
Across
It's clearly recyclable!
• The answer is Glass.
___ Day (April 22nd observance)
• The answer is Earth.
Thick, underground part of a plant stem
• The answer is Tuber.
Small cluster of trees
• The answer is Grove.
Rowed, as a boat
• The answer is Oared.
Down
From the ___ (right at the beginning)
• The answer is Getgo.
Author Ingalls Wilder who wrote "Little House on the Prairie"
• The answer is Laura.
___ Day, observance on the last Friday of April
• The answer is Arbor.
Actor Buscemi
• The answer is Steve.
Rip into bits, as paper
• The answer is Shred.
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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.
