Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, February 18, 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

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.___ Glenn, Olympic figure skater who's a three-time U.S. national champion
  2. 6.Popcorn size that might come in a bucket
  3. 7."Lies and the Lying ___ Who Tell Them" (Al Franken book)
  4. 8.Close-up map
  5. 9.Prepares a home for a new baby

DOWN

  1. 1.Bold poker declaration
  2. 2.Only U.S. state with a one-syllable name
  3. 3.Orchestra section with trumpets and horns
  4. 4."Great" or "Snowy" wading bird
  5. 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. 1.___ Glenn, Olympic figure skater who's a three-time U.S. national champion(AMBER)
  2. 6.Popcorn size that might come in a bucket(LARGE)
  3. 7."Lies and the Lying ___ Who Tell Them" (Al Franken book)(LIARS)
  4. 8.Close-up map(INSET)
  5. 9.Prepares a home for a new baby(NESTS)

DOWN

  1. 1.Bold poker declaration(ALLIN)
  2. 2.Only U.S. state with a one-syllable name(MAINE)
  3. 3.Orchestra section with trumpets and horns(BRASS)
  4. 4."Great" or "Snowy" wading bird(EGRET)
  5. 5.Some sheet music squiggles(RESTS)

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About the Wednesday, February 18, 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 AMBER, answering “___ Glenn, Olympic figure skater who's a three-time U.S. national champion.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.