NYT Mini Crossword Answers Today: May 6, 2026 (5/6/26)

Stuck on a tricky clue in today’s NYT Mini Crossword for May 6, 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 5/6/26 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 May 6, 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 May 6, 2026

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« May 5 2026 Answers

#	Clue
1A	Wikipedia or WebMD
5A	Host city of the 2024 Olympics
6A	Nuclear reactors split them
7A	Hit 2021 film shot in the same location as "Lawrence of Arabia" and "The Martian"
8A	C.I.A. asset
1D	Showed sudden interest
2D	"Ten thousand spoons, when all you need is a knife," according to Alanis Morissette
3D	What's displayed at the top of many iPhone lock screens
4D	Pluralizing letter, spelled out
5D	Football player's protection

About Today's Crossword

Wednesday's NYT Mini Crossword sits right in the middle of the weekly difficulty scale. You'll want to expect a mix of straightforward clues and a few that require a second look.