NYT Daily Mini Crossword Answers Today — October 14, 2026

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Here are the answers to the NYT Daily Mini Crossword puzzle published on Wednesday, 14th, 2026 by Joel Fagliano. This puzzle contains 9 clues arranged on a 5×5 grid. Standout entries include "Tiny creature that feeds the world's largest creature" and "Common parts of kids' bedtime routines" — click any clue below for its full explanation.

clues

9

grid

5×5

date

Oct 14, 2026

author

Joel Fagliano

Tap a square to reveal its letter.

Difficulty

1.5out of 10
Easy

Minis are quick 5×5 solves designed for a coffee break — all Minis score at the easy end.

Notable clues

Across (5 clues)

Down (4 clues)

Frequently asked questions

Who constructed the NYT Daily Mini on October 14, 2026?
This puzzle was constructed by Joel Fagliano.
How many clues are in the NYT Daily Mini on October 14, 2026?
This puzzle has 9 clues — 5 across and 4 down.
What's the grid size of this NYT Daily Mini?
The puzzle is laid out on a 5×5 grid.
What's the longest answer in this puzzle?
The longest answer is BATHS at 5 letters, answering the clue “Common parts of kids' bedtime routines”.