NYT Mini Crossword Answers Today: April 16, 2026 (4/16/26)

Stuck on a tricky clue in today’s NYT Mini Crossword for April 16, 2026? Whether you’re trying to keep your daily streak alive or just trying to beat the clock, we have the full list of answers and hints to help you finish the 4/16/26 grid. The New York Times Mini is famous for its clever wordplay and “mini” 5×5 layout, but even the smallest puzzles can sometimes leave you stumped.

Below, you’ll find all the Across and Down clues for the April 16, 2026 puzzle. We’ve organized the solutions so you can find exactly what you’re looking for without spoiling the rest of the game.

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for April 16, 2026

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« April 15 2026 Answers

#	Clue
1A	Bow ties and ribbons that you can't wear?
6A	Opposite of lower
7A	Flappable origami creation
8A	Where the Hangul alphabet is used
9A	Apparatus under a trapeze
1D	Disc dropped on center ice
2D	One might read "Kiss the Chef"
3D	Unlikely outcome after a 7-10 split
4D	Fundamental belief
5D	Bay ___ (part of California)

About Today's Crossword

Thursday's NYT Mini Crossword sits toward the trickier end of the weekly difficulty scale. Clues tend to lean more on wordplay and misdirection than the early-week puzzles.