The NY Times Mini Crossword February 19, 2026 puzzle by Sam Ezersky is solved below. The answers were grouped based on their orientation on the grid.
Quick searchAcross
- 1 With 5-Across, response to “Knock, knock!” WHOS
- 5 See 1-Across THERE
- 6 Dating app alternative to Tinder or Bumble HINGE
- 7 Take the top off, as a tube of toothpaste UNCAP
- 8 [This person has read your message] SEEN
Down
- 1 Say “But, Mom!,” say WHINE
- 2 As a result HENCE
- 3 Something that a medical donor gives or a church has ORGAN
- 4 Flow slowly SEEP
- 5 As a result THUS
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