Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, Jan. 12

Published: Monday, January 12, 2026 at 2:22 am

NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Monday, January 12th Released

The answers to today's New York Times Mini Crossword have been released. The puzzle, while not overly difficult, presents a series of clues that solvers must decipher.

The across clues and their corresponding answers are: 1A: Unit of farmland - ACRE; 5A: Counterpart of "Musical or Comedy" at the Golden Globes - DRAMA; 7A: Kind of "touch" that A.I. lacks - HUMAN; 8A: Alternative to credit - DEBIT; and 9A: "OMG, that's hilarious" - LOL.

The down clues and their answers are: 1D: Condition that affects concentration, for short - ADHD; 2D: Willfully causing pain - CRUEL; 3D: Five-time role for Sylvester Stallone - RAMBO; 4D: One might have a scheduled send time - EMAIL; and 6D: Aardvark's prey - ANT.

For those seeking assistance with other New York Times puzzles, including Wordle, Strands, and Connections, hints and answers are available.

BNN's Perspective: The daily release of crossword puzzle answers, while seemingly trivial, highlights the growing demand for accessible and immediate information in the digital age. The popularity of these puzzles underscores the enduring appeal of mental challenges and the convenience of online resources. While some may view this as a simple pastime, the widespread interest in these puzzles demonstrates a desire for intellectual stimulation and a sense of community among solvers.

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