NYT Mini Crossword May 16 2026 Answers
The complete list of answers to the NYT Mini Crossword published on May 16 2026.
- 16
- Total Clues
- 8
- Total Across
- 8
- Total Down
Clues Across (8 total)
(1)
De Armas of "Knives Out"
The answer is: ana
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(4)
Jack ___, five-time "S.N.L." host
The answer is: black
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(6)
Class pets that thump their feet to warn of approaching kindergarteners
The answer is: gerbils
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(8)
Boxer Muhammad or Laila
The answer is: ali
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(9)
Reach 0% battery
The answer is: die
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(10)
Big name in hair loss prevention
The answer is: rogaine
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(12)
Jack ___, six-time "S.N.L." musical guest
The answer is: white
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(13)
Attempt
The answer is: try
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Clues Down (8 total)
(1)
"Okay then ..."
The answer is: alright
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(2)
Catch, as a criminal
The answer is: nab
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(3)
Notable feature of lemon and grapefruit juice
The answer is: acidity
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(4)
Underneath
The answer is: below
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(5)
Actor Kevin of "Dave"
The answer is: kline
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(6)
Long-nosed fish
The answer is: gar
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(7)
Understand
The answer is: see
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(11)
Make public, as a grievance
The answer is: air
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