NYT Crossword April 14 2026 Answers (4/14/26)

We have all of the answers to the NYT Crossword puzzle for April 14 2026 to help you finish it up!

Our NYT Crossword April 14, 2026 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily puzzle that tests solvers’ knowledge and vocabulary. It’s one of the most popular crosswords in the world, known for its challenging clues and clever wordplay. The puzzle is published in the print edition of The New York Times and is also available online.

NYT Crossword April 14, 2026 Answers

If you need help solving the NYT Crossword on 4/14/26, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need. You can search for the clue and then select the appropriate clue to get the answer. We have done it this way so that if you’re just looking for a handful of clues, you won’t spoil other ones you’re working on!

Looking for answers to another NYT Crossword puzzle? Check out our archive of NYT Crossword Answers. Our NYT Crossword Hints for April 14, 2026 are also available if you prefer not to be immediately spoiled.

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# Clue
1A Safe place to stand on a diamond
5A Bout rout
9A Chatted via Teams, say
13A Tail-less cat breed
14A Still single
15A Defense grp. since 1949
16A "Been a while! Any updates?"
19A Take giant steps
20A "Oof, that's rough"
21A Locale for a lab rat
22A Board game set in a mansion
24A To the ___ degree
26A Talks through a sticking point, say
32A Angers
34A Big name in pest control
35A Catch the vibe of
36A Network junction points
38A Force of habit, for some, in brief
39A Chess defeats
40A Basic unit of work
41A Boring routines
43A Whiskey portion of a boilermaker
44A Online storage option since 2011
47A Cincinnati trio?
48A Capital of Qatar
49A Batch of ale
51A Disney film featuring the Oscar-winning song "Let It Go"
55A Temp workers dressed in red
57A Ranch fixtures for livestock
61A Colorful eye part
62A Quintet seen in order in 16-, 26-, 44- and 57-Across
63A "Come on already!"
64A Direction for prairie schooners
65A ___ tide
66A "Green-eyed" emotion
1D Mini maker
2D Circus crowd chorus
3D Grabbed, as sale items
4D Surplus
5D Lederhosen typically end just above one
6D "Totes adorbs!"
7D Bowmaker's wood
8D Repulsive
9D Like most TV shows, nowadays
10D Chichén Itzá people
11D Prep school on the Thames
12D ___ Ross, George Clooney's role on "ER"
14D Zombie's status
17D [Alas!]
18D Belief in God or gods
22D Count in the cereal aisle
23D Furnish with temporarily
24D Expert in stealth
25D Scouting party
27D Burn while ironing, say
28D Lipton choices
29D Done with boozing
30D Apply to, as an ointment
31D Lab work
33D Auction off
37D Lawn-starting tool
42D Automaker with a six-star logo
45D ___ Sea, body between Sicily and Greece
46D Early 007 adversary
50D Piano practice piece
51D "Just so you know," online
52D Few and far between
53D Soul legend Redding
54D Salsa quality
55D Dot on a transit map
56D Jailhouse weapon
58D Originally named
59D Actress Scala
60D Complete dump

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We also recommend trying your hand at the NYT Mini Crossword, which is definitely easier (on all days!) as it is 5×5, compared to the full‑sized New York Times Crossword (which is 15×15, and the Sunday edition is 21×21!). If you want something in between, the NYT Midi Crossword offers between a 9×9 and 11×11 grid with a medium‑level challenge that bridges the gap between the Mini and the full puzzle—making it a great option for players looking to level up. New crosswords are released at 10PM ET on weekdays and 6PM ET on weekends.

The New York Times crossword was first published in The New York Times in 1942 and has been a daily feature ever since. It is known for its high level of difficulty and for its clever, often playful, clues and themes. The puzzles range in size from 15x15 grids on weekdays to larger 21x21 grids on Sundays, with varying levels of difficulty.

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The New York Times crossword is created by a team of skilled puzzle constructors and editors, who work to ensure that each puzzle is both entertaining and challenging for solvers. The puzzles are often themed, with clues and answers related to a particular subject or concept, and they frequently feature wordplay and puns.

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Solving the New York Times crossword has become a beloved pastime for many, and there are even competitions and clubs devoted to crossword puzzle solving. The New York Times crossword is available in print in the newspaper and online, and it has a dedicated following of loyal solvers who eagerly await each day's puzzle.

If you’re still struggling to solve your NYT crosswords, consider practicing with the Eugene Sheffer and Thomas Joseph dailies first. If you’re looking for similarly challenging crosswords, we recommend the WSJ Crossword and LA Times Crossword.

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Christine Mielke

Christine Mielke has been an avid fan of word games and puzzles for over two decades. She loves to unscramble words, challenge herself to crossword puzzles and try out the latest word games. As a published author and database architect, it was natural for her to take her love for all things word games to the next level!

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