Mini Answers

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, October 14, 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, October 14, 2026
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ACROSS

  1. 1.Common parts of kids' bedtime routines
  2. 6.French farewell
  3. 7.Prestigious prize
  4. 8.Tiny creature that feeds the world's largest creature
  5. 9.Word on a Staples button

DOWN

  1. 1.Chase or Wells Fargo
  2. 2.Love, love, love
  3. 3.Bone below the femur
  4. 4.Difficult shoes to run in
  5. 5.Make dirty

Mini Crossword Hint

Mini Answer on Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Mini Answer per Hint

ACROSS

  1. 1.Common parts of kids' bedtime routines(BATHS)
  2. 6.French farewell(ADIEU)
  3. 7.Prestigious prize(NOBEL)
  4. 8.Tiny creature that feeds the world's largest creature(KRILL)
  5. 9.Word on a Staples button(EASY)

DOWN

  1. 1.Chase or Wells Fargo(BANK)
  2. 2.Love, love, love(ADORE)
  3. 3.Bone below the femur(TIBIA)
  4. 4.Difficult shoes to run in(HEELS)
  5. 5.Make dirty(SULLY)

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About the Wednesday, October 14, 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 BATHS, answering “Common parts of kids' bedtime routines.” The explanations above connect each clue to its answer rather than presenting an unexplained answer list.