NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, January 11, 2026

Review the Across and Down clues from this puzzle, reveal optional hints, then check the completed grid and explanations for every answer.

Mini Crossword

Sunday, January 11, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Memorable feature of the "V-J Day in Times Square" photo
  2. 5.Opposite of pro
  3. 6.Cuddle closely
  4. 7.Totally awesome, informally
  5. 8.Chance for a dog (and human) to stretch their legs

DOWN

  1. 1.Greek "K"
  2. 2.How latkes are cooked
  3. 3.Keep full, as shelves
  4. 4.Moral transgression
  5. 6.Use a needle and thread

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Sunday, January 11, 2026

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2I
3S
4S
5A
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6S
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K

Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Memorable feature of the "V-J Day in Times Square" photo(KISS)
  2. 5.Opposite of pro(ANTI)
  3. 6.Cuddle closely(SPOON)
  4. 7.Totally awesome, informally(EPIC)
  5. 8.Chance for a dog (and human) to stretch their legs(WALK)

DOWN

  1. 1.Greek "K"(KAPPA)
  2. 2.How latkes are cooked(INOIL)
  3. 3.Keep full, as shelves(STOCK)
  4. 4.Moral transgression(SIN)
  5. 6.Use a needle and thread(SEW)

About the Sunday, January 11, 2026 NYT Mini

This puzzle has 5 columns, 5 rows, 5 Across clues and 5 Down clues. Use the clue list and blank grid first, then reveal the completed grid only when you need it.

One of today's longest entries is SPOON, answering “Cuddle closely.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.