Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answer on Feb 18, 2026
Daily answers for the New York Times Mini Crossword game.
Mini Crossword
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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ACROSS
- 1.___ Glenn, Olympic figure skater who's a three-time U.S. national champion
- 6.Popcorn size that might come in a bucket
- 7."Lies and the Lying ___ Who Tell Them" (Al Franken book)
- 8.Close-up map
- 9.Prepares a home for a new baby
DOWN
- 1.Bold poker declaration
- 2.Only U.S. state with a one-syllable name
- 3.Orchestra section with trumpets and horns
- 4."Great" or "Snowy" wading bird
- 5.Some sheet music squiggles
Mini Crossword Hint
Mini Answer on Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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Mini Answer per Hint
ACROSS
- 1.___ Glenn, Olympic figure skater who's a three-time U.S. national champion(AMBER)
- 6.Popcorn size that might come in a bucket(LARGE)
- 7."Lies and the Lying ___ Who Tell Them" (Al Franken book)(LIARS)
- 8.Close-up map(INSET)
- 9.Prepares a home for a new baby(NESTS)
DOWN
- 1.Bold poker declaration(ALLIN)
- 2.Only U.S. state with a one-syllable name(MAINE)
- 3.Orchestra section with trumpets and horns(BRASS)
- 4."Great" or "Snowy" wading bird(EGRET)
- 5.Some sheet music squiggles(RESTS)