Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, September 9, 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, September 9, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Gentle, comforting touches
  2. 5.Give a call or text, informally
  3. 6.Background actor
  4. 7.Avid war advocates
  5. 8.Greek god of love

DOWN

  1. 1.Studio behind "Coco" and "Cars"
  2. 2.When some late lunches begin
  3. 3.___ and Caicos
  4. 4.Luxury health retreats
  5. 5.Snickering laugh

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Wednesday, September 9, 2026

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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Gentle, comforting touches(PATS)
  2. 5.Give a call or text, informally(HITUP)
  3. 6.Background actor(EXTRA)
  4. 7.Avid war advocates(HAWKS)
  5. 8.Greek god of love(EROS)

DOWN

  1. 1.Studio behind "Coco" and "Cars"(PIXAR)
  2. 2.When some late lunches begin(ATTWO)
  3. 3.___ and Caicos(TURKS)
  4. 4.Luxury health retreats(SPAS)
  5. 5.Snickering laugh(HEHE)

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About the Wednesday, September 9, 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 HITUP, answering “Give a call or text, informally.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.