NYT Crossword February 10 2026 Answers (2/10/26)

We have all of the answers to the NYT Crossword puzzle for February 10 2026 to help you finish it up!

Our NYT Crossword February 10, 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 February 10, 2026 Answers

If you need help solving the NYT Crossword on 2/10/26, 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!

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# Clue
1A Pep in one's step
4A Model airplane material
9A ___ de los Muertos
12A Picture it!
15A Become less intense
16A "Holiday ___" (1942 film with Irving Berlin songs)
17A Certain casino regular
19A Vessel that might hold dye
20A Online commerce
21A First Oscar winner to be born in the 21st century (for Best Original Song)
23A $$$ execs
25A Psychic who examines lifelines and heart lines
28A Leader of the Chipmunks, in an old novelty group
30A "Lost" actor Daniel ___ Kim
31A Art ___ (geometric architectural style)
32A Viral dance of the 2010s
34A 20-ounce Starbucks size
37A "Toy Story 2" character who says "I'm packing you an extra pair of shoes, and your angry eyes, just in case"
41A Invites for a nightcap, say
42A Prohibit from practicing law
44A "Don't Tell ___" ("Cabaret" song)
47A Partner of the C.D.C. and F.D.A.
49A Sound sometimes written as Z's
50A Device measuring audience approval
54A Denisovich or Ilyich of Russian literature
55A "You Pick Two" bakery chain
56A Word after mountain or vocal
58A QVC alternative
59A "I could use some help here" … or a hint to 17-, 25-, 37- and 50-Across
64A Squeak (out)
65A One terminal on a battery
66A Catholic university whose mascot is a lion, aptly
67A Body part that may have a ring or a stud
68A Program for expedited travel between the U.S. and Canada
69A Section of a journey
1D One who gets special treatment, for short
2D "if u ask me …"
3D One might involve a drastic haircut and new clothes
4D Song suitable for a slow dance
5D Legal org.
6D Set (down)
7D Part of a cattle herd
8D American Eagle subbrand
9D Do the splits?
10D "One moment!"
11D Margaret Mead's subject, informally
13D Regularly hits the gym, say
14D Reputation or Lover, to a Swiftie
18D One of three in the Domino's logo
22D Occasion for some girl talk
23D Common food shelf donation
24D Flim-___
26D Pool from a volcanic eruption
27D Cross paths
29D California wine valley
33D Goddess of daybreak
35D Land of ___ (Genesis locale)
36D Public radio's "___ American Life"
38D Something to whistle
39D First and foremost
40D Swimmer Torres with 12 Olympic medals
43D Kylo ___, "Star Wars" antagonist
44D John ___, longtime writer for The New Yorker
45D State that's the subject of 44-Down's book "Coming Into the Country"
46D Way of doing things
48D Birkin bag maker
51D "The Phantom of the Opera" instrument
52D Only U.S. state with a monosyllabic name
53D Emmy-nominated Issa
57D Rapper Lil ___ X
60D News website with a Latin name
61D Email suffix once required to use Facebook
62D Formerly named
63D Snoopy or Scooby-Doo

We also recommend trying your hand at the NYT Mini Crossword, which is definitely easier (on all days!) as it is a 5×5, compared to the full-sized crossword (which is 15×15, and the Sunday edition is 21×21!). 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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