Our NYT Crossword Hints for February 20, 2026 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily crossword 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 paper and is also available online.
NYT Crossword Hints, February 20, 2026
You’ll find hints for all of the crossword clues for the NYT Crossword on 2/20/26. The clues are listed below, and you can click/tap on a clue to go to its page for more detail, including definitions, but if you don’t want to be immediately spoiled, you can reveal letter by letter to still offer yourself more of a challenge before revealing the full solution.
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1A. Disney character who sings "In Summer"
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5A. Product code used in inventory management
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8A. Ropes in
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14A. Ones always grinding at their jobs?
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16A. Connect
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17A. Baking sheets, cake pans, muffin tins, etc.
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18A. Manages
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19A. Pleasant chill in the air, say
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21A. Baylor of N.B.A. fame
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22A. Org. whose work takes many forms?
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23A. Took in
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24A. Smear
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26A. Nahuatl speaker
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28A. Muse aloud
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29A. Actress Seehorn of "Pluribus"
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30A. "I smell trouble"
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34A. Break down while studying?
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37A. First place
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38A. Docs that deal with sensitive information
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39A. Miracle on the ___ (surprise French/English victory of W.W. I)
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40A. Like many working horses, but not many working dogs
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42A. Binges
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43A. N.Y.C.-based dance group
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46A. Wonder
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47A. Descendants of the Picts
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48A. Someone you might like to get to know better
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52A. Wyndham hotel brand
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53A. Has to keep going
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55A. Extra
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56A. Instruction before an M.R.I.
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57A. Gets wise to?
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58A. Li'l ___ (tykes)
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59A. Fix
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1D. Seller's shorthand for "I'm willing to haggle"
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2D. W.C.s
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3D. "Is this being broadcast now?"
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4D. Posh hotel room amenities
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5D. Cholesterol-lowering drug
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6D. ___ Bass, first female mayor of Los Angeles
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7D. Customer, in tech-speak
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8D. Social activity that may involve wearing a vest
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9D. Relaxed
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10D. “Let it stand”
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11D. One of the Obamas
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12D. It has eight players
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13D. Word with bird or leave
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15D. Arrogant self-assurance
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20D. Becomes aged, in a way
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24D. Extra
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25D. Was a copycat of
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26D. To come
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27D. Shady dealers
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29D. Trade for cash
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31D. "Some free advice ..."
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32D. State bird found in only a single state
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33D. Valuable deposits
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35D. They might be made up in the spring
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36D. Brings in
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41D. Online nickname
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42D. Things made by toddlers and directors
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43D. Hairstyles often associated with the ’60s and ’70s
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44D. Well done!
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45D. X
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47D. Wood finish
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49D. Crispy flaps of crust on sourdough loaves
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50D. Org. with a "Know Your Rights" campaign
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51D. ___ Bunny, toon who debuted in "Space Jam"
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54D. Carry on
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.
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.
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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