NYT Mini Crossword Answers – Monday, 05 January 2026
Today’s NYT Mini crossword answers for Monday, 05 January 2026. Below you’ll find all clues and solutions, updated daily.
Across
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- 4Benoit ___, detective in the "Knives Out" filmsAcross · 5 lettersLooking for a 5-letter word? Quick answers →
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- 7Time difference between the East and West Coast, in hoursAcross · 5 lettersLooking for a 5-letter word? Quick answers →
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Down
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- 3"Bonne ___!" ("Happy New Year!," in French)Down · 5 lettersLooking for a 5-letter word? Quick answers →
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This page contains all clues and answers for the NYT Mini crossword published on Monday, 05 January 2026. The NYT Mini is a short-form daily puzzle designed for quick solving, featuring a compact grid and straightforward clues.
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