Looking for the Today’s (Monday) NYT Mini Crossword Answers? Don’t worry, we have got you covered! Here are the answers to all the hints, clues and solutions for the puzzle on January 12, 2026.
NYT Mini Crossword Answers & Hints for Today January 12, 2026
Here are the NYT Mini Across and Down Crossword clues, hints and answers for Today, Monday, 12 January 2026:
NYT Mini Across Hints and Answers
| Number | Hint | Answer |
| 1Across | Unit of farmland | ACRE |
| 5Across | Counterpart of ‘Musical or Comedy’ at the Golden Globes | DRAMA |
| 7Across | Kind of ‘touch’ that A.I. lacks | HUMAN |
| 8Across | Alternative to credit | DEBIT |
| 9Across | ‘OMG, that’s hilarious’ | LOL |
NYT Mini Down Hints and Answers
| Number | Hint | Answer |
| 1Down | Condition that affects concentration, for short | ADHD |
| 2Down | Willfully causing pain | CRUEL |
| 3Down | Five-time role for Sylvester Stallone | RAMBO |
| 4Down | One might have a scheduled send time | |
| 6Down | Aardvark’s prey | ANTS |
What is the NYT Mini Crossword?
Mini Crossword is a smaller and faster version of the New York Times (NYT) crossword puzzle. It’s designed for a fast mental workout and typically takes only a few minutes to complete. The daily puzzle (Tuesday to Saturday) is released every day midnight at 10:00 PM EST. Sunday and Monday puzzles are available at 6:00 PM EST.
How to Solve the NYT Mini Crossword
- Look for common phrases & abbreviations – Frequently appear in Mini Crossword clues.
- Pay close attention to the word length – Shorter answers often narrow down possible solutions quickly.
- Start with the easiest clues first – One right answer can unlock multiple intersecting words.
- Use crossing letters for your advantage – Helping confirm tricky clues/hints faster.
By using the solving tips, you can improve accuracy, save time, and enjoy completing the NYT Mini Crossword puzzle daily.
Feature Image credits: The New York Times
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