Was today’s NYT Mini Crossword hard?

Yes, the Nov. 26 Mini Crossword had slightly tougher travel-themed clues.

Is the NYT Mini Crossword the same for everyone?

Yes, all players worldwide receive the same puzzle each day.

When does the Mini Crossword reset?

The Mini Crossword resets at midnight Eastern Time every day.

What was today’s Mini Crossword theme?

Today's puzzle featured a transit/transportation theme, including clues for buses, trains and aisles.

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025

Q: Where can I play the NYT Mini Crossword?

You can play it via the NYTimes website or the NYT Games mobile app.

Written by Anish – TechBoltX | Updated: November 26, 2025

Overview – NYT Mini Crossword (Nov. 26, 2025)

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword answers for Nov. 26, 2025. Full across & down clues, solutions, and a quick puzzle guide. Theme hint: Thanksgiving transit. puzzle leans into a transit travel theme, perfect for people heading home for Thanksgiving. If some clues slowed you down, here’s the complete breakdown of every across and down answer.

Mini Crossword Across Clues & Answers

The completed NYT Mini Crossword puzzle for Nov. 26, 2025.

1A — Greyhound, e.g.

✅ BUS

4A — Passenger’s walkway on a 1- or 6-Across

✅ AISLE

6A — The Wolverine to Chicago’s Union Station, e.g.

✅ TRAIN

7A — Barely beat, with “out”

✅ EDGED

8A — “___ out!” (ump’s cry)

✅ YER

Mini Crossword Down Clues & Answers

1D — Feathered creature, in kid-speak

✅ BIRDY

2D — Electricity bill calculation

✅ USAGE

3D — More like a fox

✅ SLIER

4D — Past-tense verb that sounds like a number

✅ ATE

5D — Redundant word before “result”

✅ END

FAQ – NYT Mini Crossword (Nov. 26, 2025)

1. Was today’s Mini Crossword hard?

Yes—today’s grid was slightly harder due to its transit-themed clues.

2. Is the Mini Crossword the same for everyone?

Yes, all players worldwide get the same puzzle daily.

3. What time does the Mini Crossword reset?

It resets at midnight ET.

4. Where can I play the NYT Mini Crossword?

On the NYT Games app or NYTimes.com.

5. What was today’s theme?

Clues hinted at transportation modes like buses, trains and aisles—fitting for holiday travel.

Written by Anish Puzzle Expert at TechBoltX

Anish is a dedicated puzzle strategist at TechBoltX, trusted by thousands of daily readers to deliver accurate Wordle guides and quick solutions. Known for his streak-saving hints and clear breakdowns, Anish transforms complex puzzles into solvable wins. He covers everything from daily NYT games to emerging logic puzzles, ensuring you never have to break a sweat—or your streak.